Why Is My Dog Sticking His Tongue Out In A Rapid, Repeated Motion?

"There are a number of possible reasons for a dog to act in this way, it always best to see a qualified veterinarian to find out exactly what is causing your dog to act in any peculiar manner and never to attempt to give your dog medicine or perform any sort of medical procedure without first consulting a vet.

A dog rapidly sticking its tongue in and out is often a nervous issue. The technique is used by dogs to calm themselves down and release hormones, much like when humans cry. The dog could simply be feeling particularly happy or nervous. In this case, you should check if anything may have permanently changed your dog's mood, such as a change of living arrangements or a new dog in the area. 

To calm your dog down, a good idea is to face it and blink your eyes, lick your lips and while turning your head slightly. Not only will this have the effect of calming your dog down, but it is also great fun to watch them copy you. 

Another simple reason that your dog may be behaving in this way is if it has something stuck in its teeth. This is far more common than you might expect, and a good look around your dog's dentures may solve the problem. If your dog is particularly prone to biting or is extremely active, it may be a good idea to do this with a trained veterinarian.

Try these things quickly because the other option is a nervous problem, in which case you should take your dog to a veterinarian as soon as possible.

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It is a calming technique used by dogs either when they are feeling especially happy, or when they need to calm themselves in a situation they are not sure of.

If your dog is acting a bit nervous, try blinking your eyes, licking your lips and yawning while turning your head slightly. It is funny to watch them solemnly do it back to you.

I learned this from the book "On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals" by Turid Rugaas. An excellent read by the way.

It's probably more to do with something stuck in his teeth. My dog had a piece of fat off a bone stuck in his front teeth and this caused him to do exactly the same as you describe.

Unless of course he's just panting... But you really should know the difference between that and other, more abnormal behaviours...

I would love to really know the answer to that ?. My dog is doing the same thing right now. I hear once that it means they are having stomach problems.  No sure...Can't afford a vet right now..

Not a clue... But I'd check his mouth and teeth thoroughly for any foreign bodies, could be something as simple as a fiber or sinew caught between his teeth. If he seems at all dazed or "out of it" when this happens, you need to contact a vet, it could be something more serious.

I once saw my dog do this when he swallowed a large piece of apple...I'm sure the sensation of it getting stuck made him do this....that was several years ago...now he is doing it after eating (about 15-20 min) and the vet thinks he has acid reflux....but I'm not totally convinced!

It's probably more to do with something stuck in his teeth. My dog had a piece of fat off a bone stuck in his front teeth and this caused him to do exactly the same as you describe.

Unless of course he's just panting... But you really should no the difference between that and other, more abnormal behaviours...

Hi, I has been licking his lip none stop all morning about thirty minutes ago i placed him on my bed felt around on his mouth .i thought nothing there .He has completely stopped since I felt around in his mouth so I believe there was something maybe in his teeth and when I open felt around possible pushed whatever it was out. Just thought I would comment what I did to help him to maybe help others .so I would check teeth and mouth first then possible look for bad teeth for teeth infections broken teeth andcavities i hear it could be Nasue I would  call vet for possible over the counter medicine and dosage . 

He might have a nerve issue. You need to have him checked before it becomes permanent

My dog has been doing this also.  She has been having increased salivation (drooling) and coughing.  We have started medication for reflux and it is helping.  Symptoms have decreased.
Hope this helps

My dog is doing it right now too - he's older dog and has had health problems before. You mention about his stomach (he is farting like a monster at the moment eewww!!!!). Will take him to vet tomorrow

Symptom that you are mentioning can be one of the signs of seizure in dogs but not necessarily. Continuous lip licking in dogs can also be due to drooling. Stress is another reason of lip licking like your dog is doing. Both stress and drooling in dogs can be signs of seizure. Other signs of seizure in dogs are

1. Restlessness
2. Shaking
3. Whining
4. Trembling
5. Affection
6. Nervousness
7. Drooling
8. Uncontrolled urination and defecation
9. Loss of consciousness

So, if you are suspecting seizure in your dog then take him to vet foe accurate diagnosis and treatment.

It is normal for dogs to protrude their tongue and breath by open mouth. This is called panting. This condition can be due to hot weather conditions, exposure to heat, walk and exercise. If your dog is panting excessively without any reason and is also showing symptoms like coughing, difficulty in breathing, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, loss of appetite, loss of weight, fatigue, excessive urination and excessive drinking then your dog needs vet visit.

Excessive panting can be due to fever, conditions of fear and excitement, heartworms, hypothyroidism, poisoning and anemia, respiratory problems, heart disease and some neurological problems.  You should take your dog to vet who may go for  complete general examinations, blood tests, chest x-rays, ECG, echocardiogram and blood pressure measurements are required to diagnose
properly.

Dog is sticking out tongue very far and having a hard time catching breath, kind of like a stuff nose and breathing rapidly

A dog does this because it is feeling too hot, just the way we pant after a long run or something similar. Give the dog some water to drink and don't fuss over it.