Actually, raising a dog is a very interesting thing, but there are also some problems during the process, such as some people with cleanliness issues do not like dogs licking them. Actually, dogs licking their owners is a way of expressing love to the owner. So, this kind of irresistible love can be painful for many people. The only thing to do is to train the dog not to lick. So how to train dogs not to lick people? Let's take a look today.
    1. Why do dogs lick people?

    Actually, dogs are very intelligent. They often lick their owner’s hands or face because dogs really like their owners and it is a form of expressing affection. When the dog makes a mistake and the owner is angry, it will run over and lick to show apology. Actually, this behavior is quite good, indicating a very close relationship between the dog and the owner. If you can accept it, just do not let them feel disappointed, and regularly brush the dog’s teeth and maintain oral hygiene.
    2. Methods to stop dogs from licking people.
    Of course, many people still cannot accept it. So if you want to correct this habit, start from when the dog is young. Try to have less contact with it and do not let it lick your hands and face freely. If the puppy insists on licking, gently push its head away and make a 'no' gesture. Over time, this behavior will be greatly reduced. Also, when the dog wants to lick, first refuse it and let the dog calm down, then gently pat its little head to comfort it. If the dog still insists on licking, you can loosen its collar or use a small toy to distract its attention. In addition, you need to frequently train the dog to strictly forbid it from licking your hand. You can also use commands like sit or lie down to stop this behavior.
    Actually, dogs licking is a form of expressing love, which everyone can understand. But if you really cannot tolerate it, appropriate training methods can be used to reduce this behavior. The above are methods to avoid dogs licking themselves. Everyone might try to put them into practice.