A Doberman licked its paws until they were raw and bleeding. Allergy treatments failed. Advanced imaging revealed a spinal cord lesion. The licking was a neuropathic pain response—a form of paresthesia (pins and needles) that the dog was trying to soothe.
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Changes in behavior (like aggression or withdrawal) are often the first clinical signs of illness or injury. A Doberman licked its paws until they were raw and bleeding