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10-14-2017, 10:08 PM | #16 |
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| I don't know why they do it but I do know that I can't ever get a picture of it. He sucks it back in every time I've tried. Oh I have plenty where his mouth is open and tongue hanging out (his way of smiling for the camera) but I want one with just the tip showing. Nope...he won't allow it. lol
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10-15-2017, 03:34 PM | #17 |
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| My Micky used to do this ALL THE TIME!!! I'd say literally half the pics I have of him (3 albums + a few hundred digital) are tongue-out pics! |
10-17-2017, 06:17 AM | #18 |
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| Your baby is soo cute My girl only occasionally sticks her tongue out when she sleeps, but maybe it may have to do with their tongues being longer than their snout/mouths So when relaxed, it just hangs out lol
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10-17-2017, 06:26 AM | #19 |
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| Google has many answers: What is Hanging Tongue Syndrome? July 17, 2010 By Linda Cole Seeing a dog with their tongue sticking out is cute, especially when puppies do it. Most of the dogs we see competing in the World’s Ugliest Dog competitions always seem to have their tongue hanging out between their teeth. However, a dog’s tongue sticking out all the time could be a condition called hanging tongue syndrome, and it can cause the dog pain. Hanging tongue syndrome isn’t life threatening in itself, but it could indicate something is wrong. A dog’s tongue is quite remarkable when you think about it. They use it to drink water, help keep themselves cool and to clean their coat and feet. Plus, most dogs aren’t shy when it comes to giving us a warm, sloppy kiss when they feel we need one. How the tongue helps cool the dog is simple, yet effective. When dogs get hot while playing or exercising, they pant to cool down. The blood vessels in the tongue swell because of increased blood flow to the tongue. As the dog pants, moisture is created by their breath which evaporates and cools the tongue. As the tongue cools down, the blood flow is cooled and this goes throughout the dog’s respiratory system, cooling his entire body. A dog’s tongue sticking out constantly can end up dry and cracked which can be painful for them. Just like when we get dry, cracked lips from spending too much time in the sun or from dry air during the winter. If the dog’s tongue sticks out regularly, the end can become dry if they don’t or can’t pull it inside their mouth to moisten it. Hanging tongue syndrome is usually seen more often in smaller breeds like the Chihuahua, King Charles Spaniels and the Mexican Hairless, but larger breeds can be affected as well. Hanging tongue syndrome can occur if the dog has suffered an injury or some kind of trauma to their muzzle or jaw. Some neurological diseases or deformities of the mouth or teeth can leave their tongue sticking out because their condition won’t allow them to pull the tongue all the way into the mouth. You can tell your dog has hanging tongue syndrome when they don’t or can’t pull their tongue all the way in to moisten it. The tongue can even become discolored. If hanging tongue syndrome develops suddenly, it could be a sign of neurological problems, so make sure to have your dog checked out, just in case. Sometimes, medications or temporary injuries can cause the dog’s tongue to hang outside his mouth. If the dog lets his tongue stick out during the healing process or while on medication, once the injury heals or the medication has ended, the dog should return to normal. This isn’t hanging tongue syndrome. However, it’s always a good idea to have your vet take a look at your dog if he does allow his tongue to hang out. Dogs who have their tongue sticking out all the time should be monitored to make sure a bacterial infection doesn’t develop. Any sign of change in skin texture, bleeding, swelling or even a slight change in color should be checked out by a vet. These dogs are also at greater risk for frostbite during the winter months. A dog with true hanging tongue syndrome may need surgery to remove the part of the tongue that sticks out of his mouth. One common characteristic of dogs with hanging tongue syndrome is excessive drooling after drinking or eating. Dogs with this syndrome can usually remain the happy and normal pet you’ve always known, however. Some dogs have an overbite or under-bite that makes it difficult for them to keep their tongue in their mouth because their teeth don’t line up properly. This is also not true hanging tongue syndrome. For some dogs, leaving the tongue sticking out of their mouth is just a sign of complete relaxation. It’s only true hanging tongue syndrome when they can’t pull it back in. Hanging tongue syndrome is not something dogs can control. For whatever reason, they just can’t pull their tongue all the way into their mouth. It’s not uncommon to see puppies and even older dogs become so laid back and relaxed with their tongue sticking out the side of their mouth. As with any health concern, a visit to your vet may be in order to make sure everything is alright.
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10-17-2017, 10:40 AM | #20 |
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| I just want to know why mine licks my car windows
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10-17-2017, 11:25 AM | #21 |
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| Well now I'm depressed. What I thought was an endearing habit is a biological defect......... Poor Sadie has a defective tongue ! |
10-17-2017, 01:19 PM | #22 |
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10-17-2017, 03:25 PM | #23 |
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| So just put the puppy carseat further away!!!
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10-17-2017, 03:27 PM | #24 |
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| [QUOTE=maxdog;4741654]Google has many answers: What is Hanging Tongue Syndrome? A dog’s tongue sticking out constantly can end up dry and cracked which can be painful for them. Nope. When Deuce licks me it's wet and slobbery. Just like I like it!!!!!
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10-18-2017, 12:30 PM | #25 |
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| Thank you! Micky had some chihuahua in him, so his snout was longer, and yes, when he was relaxed/sleeping it would stick out! Weirdly, my current yorkie Sunny (avatar pic) doesn't do this and he has a very short snout (almost that teddybear face). |
10-20-2017, 03:35 AM | #26 |
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| Vivian has done this since day 2 and I tell ya it's the sweetest thing ever. |
10-20-2017, 05:10 AM | #27 |
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10-20-2017, 10:57 AM | #28 |
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| Scottie occasionally lets about 2mm of his tongue slip out between his teeth. It's SO cute. Otherwise, he never shows his tongue. Actually, same for Casie. She never shows tongue. The only time they'll show it, is after eating when they're doing the "mmm yummy" licking face thing.
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10-20-2017, 07:05 PM | #29 |
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| Suzi started doing this while sleeping. she did not do it when younger. I always wondered why she is now doing it at age 9 and not before. It is really cute, but I am glad their is nothing to really worry about. We live in Ca so it really does not get too cold much at all. I think she does it when she is fully relaxed
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