Puppies should have access to fresh drinking water at all times but should ... A well-hydrated dog will have moist gums and a moist tongue, while a dehydrated one will have dry and sticky gums.
Zoey, a 3-year-old Labrador retriever/German shepherd mix, has an "enormous" tongue ... affinity for water, the pup "hates getting a bath." Labs Denied Top Spot on Most Popular Dog Breeds List ...