Why do dogs lick their urine?

Answer 1

The most common reason is that, even when they're getting everything they should get nutrition-wise (good water, plenty of salt and mineral, good feed with the perfect amount of fibre), they do it because they can and for some unknown reason, they like to. It's an aesthetically-displeasing behaviour to us more so than a herd health problem even though occasionally it can be an indicator of a mineral-, protein/energy- or a fibre-deficiency that needs to be addressed. But, most commonly it's a "problem" (again, to us, not them) that is difficult to fix and for many producers, not worth the time or effort to fix simply because it has shown no adverse affects on their performance or health other than a potential to spread diseases like leptospirosis, BVD, TB, and salmonella, particularly with new untested animals that have entered a herd that is not immune nor vaccinated for the diseases.

Directly, and scientifically, though, the causes or reasons for cattle drinking urine or even from cesspools that are brown with urine and feces are largely unknown except for the other reasons listed above.

Answer 2

It's possible that it's a result of some sort of mineral deficiency, such as nitrogen in the form of protein. You should check the quality of the feed you're giving your cattle by sending in some samples to a feed specialist to see what nutrients are lacking and what needs to be supplemented.

Answer 3

They are uncomfortable wiht their surroundings

Answer 4

Dogs licking urine could be a sign of behavioral issues or veterinarians suggest this may be a sign of a urinary tract infection.

Answer 5

i think it means it is thirsty.