Natural Dog Company organic healing balms will still work even if most of it has been licked off! The key is to apply as often as possible—especially before bedtime when your dog's body is in healing mode; your dog will also be more relaxed and less likely to resist at bedtime. The more time the product is allowed to absorb into the skin, the better results you'll see. Distractions work wonders! Try a giving your dog a long-lasting Gnawer to chew on, some tasty treats, a dab of peanut butter, or some belly rubs while the balm works its magic!
For Snout Soother, some customers have suggested wiping a dab of peanut butter on the top of your dog's paw, which may direct their attention away from licking their nose!
For our paw products, if the above distractions are unsuccessful, you can use baby or dog socks temporarily to prevent licking as the balm absorbs.
For more application tips, read this blog article!