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Dogs' noses are usually wet because a healthy, happy dog will be apt to lick their nose while an unhealthly, unhappy dog won't be as apt to lick their nose.

I'm a predator (Hunter (Dog)) I need to be able to creep up on my prey with the wind in my face, thus blowing my scent away from my prey. It's the same as putting your finger in your mouth wetting it and sticking it in the air, as a target shooter I need to know the wind direction. As a Rugby kicker it helps to know the wind direction. That's why we haven't got wet noses, because we can wet our finger and stick it in the air. Cats on the other hand do not need such a large expanse of wetness as they are opportunistichunters they will sniff out a mouse run then sit on a post fence or hide in the grass and wait until the prey comes to them, they also have extremely good hearing. Now go one stage further why are bovine noses dripping wet, because they lose the sight of what they are about to eat as it gets nearer to their mouths, so their noses sent-taste with the droplets of wetting agent they produce on their noses, certain reptiles do the same with their tongues. To sum up a dog has a wet nose to help it tell the wind direction, thus aiding it's hunting ability.

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Its means that the dog is nice and healthy if the dog has a dry noise it is not healthy and you may want to get it checked out.

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Becasue she has something in it or she simply has to sneeze

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it means they are well

and not sick

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Puppies can catch a cold call your vet to see what you can give him/her

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it means your puppy is well if it is dry your puppy is sick

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When a dog nose is wet does it mean hydration or dehydration?

Neither. It depends on their environment and health. A wet nose doesn't mean the dog is healthy/unhealthy


If dogs nose not wet?

It doesn't mean anything! If a dogs nose is wet then that mean he/she just licked it! If a dogs nose is not wet then he/she did not just lick it! That thing where people are saying the dog doesn't feel well or its sick! It doesn't mean anything so DONT be worried


When a dog has a wet nose is that good for dogs?

Yes, a wet nose means the dog is healthy.


What does it mean when a dog's nose is wet?

It doesn't mean anything, it's perfectly normal and healthy


How can you tell how wet a dog's nose is?

Touch its nose and see if its wet.


What does it mean if a dogs nose is not wet?

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What does it mean when a dogs nose is warm?

If a dog has a warm or a wet nose, that does not necessarily mean that it is sick. This is a common fallacy. Many people believe that a dog's nose should always be cold and wet. However, a dog's nose does not always have to be cold and wet. After resting, sleeping, or just lying around the house being lazy all day, a dog's nose is often warm and dry. This is especially true if the dog has not recently licked or used his nose for anything. If the dog's nose is constantly warm and dry, this may indicate that something may not be right with its nose and you should consider taking the dog into a vet for evaluation. A vet will be able to determine if the dog's warm dry nose is normal or not. Generally, a dog with a warm, dry nose is not a sick dog.


Should a dogs nose be cold or hot?

Your dog's nose should be wet and cold. A sign that says your dog is healthy and hydrated. A hot nose may mean sickeness, and may need a vet.


Why is your dog's nose so dry?

Usually when a dog has a moist noise it means they are healthy. If he has a dry nose that might mean he is unhealthy or sick. But this is not in all cases. Dog's noses are wet because of the tear glandes that empty from their nose, so don't freak out if it is dry. If the weather is dry than your dog's nose may be dry. It could be that. If you are still worried you should consult your vet. He/she is your best answer.


Why is a dog's nose wet and cold?

That is actually a sign of a healthy dog.


Is a puppy with a wet nose a bad thing?

Dogs and cats should have wet noses. A nose that is slightly wet to the touch is a sign of a healthy dog. A dry nose indicates a problem, as does an overly wet or dripping nose.


Why is my dog's nose wet?

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