Why does my Bella stick her tongue out all of the time

[Sgt_Cooper]

Cute! My yorkie doesn't really do that but My Lhasa Apso does. She has a slight under bite and her toung sticks out too like that. She's cute.

[RachelandSadie]

Bentley does it. it's out most of the time and esp. when he's sleeping. i wiggle it when he's sleeping sometimes because it's almost like it dries out and gets hard so i want him to lick to detach it from his lips and wet it again. lol it's so cute but i think he's bite is messed up or his tongue is too long that it doesn't fit in his closed mouth. who knows he's cute anyways

[dinkyweil]

Dinky does it. It's one of my favorite things that he does.

[QuickSilver]

I agree it's super cute, but I think it's really important for people to know:


**** IT CAN BE A SIGN YOUR DOG IS STRESSED ****


Licking the lips is an "appeasement signal", done in situations the dog believes might escalate into violence. It's the canine equivalent of putting your palms out - "hey, I'm not looking for any trouble here." That's actually how I got my avatar shot. Thor, like many dogs, is camera-shy. He also tends to stick his tongue out at the end of a training session when his brain gets tired. He likes getting treats, but it can also be an anxiety-provoking situation for him if he can't figure out what he's supposed to do.

If your dog is falling asleep with the tongue hanging out, that's totally fine. They may open their mouths because they are excited, or just a little hot. However, if you notice that the tongue comes out whenever you approach your dog, or pick him up, or kiss him, or whatever, it's a sign that your dog interprets your behavior as threatening.

[QuickSilver]

Originally Posted by Mom2Kobe

Kobe does it all the time, i think its just too long to keep inside. even when hes asleep its out.

Look... I thinks its sooo cute when they do this

I would read the first picture as Kobe being a little uncomfortable in front of the camera - it's a great shot though, and Kobe is one handsome fella! The second shot, he just looks happy and sleepy, though again, it might be a tongue flick from the camera.

[Baby Princess]

Yesterday at Princess' first Puppy trainning the trainer questioned me about her tongue sticking out. I was surprised that she would mention this and came to YT to check it out. After reading the postings I'm more releaved that this is not something medical that I should be worrying about. Thank you all for your input on this site, it's great to have a place to come to and find out more about our furbabies. We love her so much, she's been with us today for a week and a half and we are totally in love with her. Many thanks again.

[Rhetts_mama]

Scarlett's tongue hangs out when ever she's extremely relaxed. It's adorable when she does it.

[Baby Princess]

Thanks Donna for your reply, it's great to have a network of Yorkie lovers to share info and insights! Have a great day and thanks!
Naomi Princess' Mami