hile there is no such thing as too many kisses when it comes to our pups, it does make one wonder why our dogs find us oh-so lickable? Do we still smell like that peanut butter biscuit we ate at lunch? Are they marking us as their territory? Or do we just closely resemble large bones? In order to answer this very question, we at CatDogFish did some digging and here are our results:
T-t-t-t-tasty tasty
The first reason we found is one that we always thought about but never knew was actually true; our dogs actually do think we are pretty delicious. Not only do they love the salty taste of our skin (kind of gross, and also a little bit endearing), but we occasionally have left over food particles on our skin that they absolutely love to lap up. So, we guess you could say that peanut butter biscuit theory is partially true.
Compulsive tendencies
In the same way that our parents like to vacuum the rug multiple times a day, dogs have some compulsive tendencies as well, especially when it comes to licking. For dogs, licking can be a stress reliever when they are feeling nervous or scared. It all makes sense when you think about how much your pooch was loving on you during that last thunderstorm. One thing to remember is that there is a line between healthy and obsessive. If your dog will not stop licking the same thing over and over, it may be time to pay your vet a visit.
"Aren't I supposed to be the one who's kissing you?"
And they call it puppy love
This is one of the more obvious (and most common) reasons on our list; Our pups love to show us affection. When our dogs lick us in an act of affection, they release endorphins that help to comfort and calm them— which is possibly the cutest thing we have ever heard. If you find that your dog gives you a little too much lovin’, the best thing to do is to walk away. It may sound harsh but this will eventually teach them that too much licking causes you to leave, which is likely the last thing they want.
Licking, the great communicator
When dogs lick other dogs it’s often because they are communicating with each other. The same thing goes when it comes to your dog licking you (except, when it comes to humans this method of communicating often gets lost in translation). Word of advice: If your dog is licking you like mad, check to see that everything is in order; they may just be reminding you to fill their water bowl.
"So you had tuna for lunch I see."
Even if you hate to admit it, sometimes your pup’s kisses can go from cute to bloody annoying in a very short time. Just remember that they are likely doing it out of love, or because you have bits of breakfast lingering to your skin.
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