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Why is my dog's nose dry?   Why is my dog's nose dry?   Dog's have a good sense of smell 400 X stronger than a human smell. Interestingly dogs can smell the fear of the previous dog in the exam room. Their sense of smell is just amazing Back to the question dogs, noses should be moist. But should not be dripping either. Dry noses are not normal. If they are dry, it is usually environmental, kind of like chapped lips and dry hands. But it can be from dehydration which has many causes some of which can be serious. If your pet has a dry nose, you should call your veterinarian Another interesting fact about a nose or nasal passage; If it is frigid outside your nose will warm the air so the lungs can accept it and use the oxygen and is true if it hot, the nasal passage can cool the air. Dogs don't sweat, but they can cool down through their noses Why do dogs dig? Dogs dig for lots of reason, but a big reason for digging is they are bored. If you want to stop them from digging, you must catch them. Then they must b