Most dogs and cats do not lick excessively or chew at the incision site but sometimes it is a problem and you will also need to watch for. (animalhaah.com)
We recommend an «Elizabethan collar» to help prevent your pet from licking or chewing at its incision which can cause irritation and possibly infection. (eaglefernvet.com)
Do not allow your pet to lick or chew at the incision site. (ucancincinnati.org)