Why Are Pet Noses Wet?

Posted at November 20, 2019 in Blog by Michael Levanduski

The cold, wet feeling of your pets’ nose can give you quite a surprise when they come up to give you a little sniff or a lick. Especially if you're not expecting it. Even pet parents who love their furry friends dearly often find the wet nose a little gross. While most people know that their dogs or cats noses should be wet, many don’t really understand why. A wet nose is important for the health of your pet, and we’ll explain why, here.   Why are Dog Noses Wet? A dog’s nose is kept wet by secreting a thin layer of mucus, which may be the primary source for the moisture. For most dogs, however, the mucus is heavily...