Dogs licking people

　They also like to use their long tongues to lick our faces or hands, with gentle expressions and enthusiastic attitudes.

　Although initially hard to get used to, most owners accept this warm friendship with gratitude.

　　Reasons:

　　1. From the moment dogs come into this world, they begin to enjoy the warmth and dryness brought by their mother’s soft tongue, which also helps with digestion and excretion, making them feel safe and comfortable. Adult dogs also like to express emotions with their tongues.

　　2. Puppies lick the cheeks of older dogs to express greetings and respect; licking the mother’s face usually means they are hungry.

　　3. Adult dogs’ licking is no longer related to food; they use their tongues in place of hands and combs to clean each other, and convey love to humans they regard as parents, especially elderly dogs.

　　4. The frequency of licking reflects a dog’s personality. Independent and brave dogs rarely lick people or other dogs because there are few they consider worth pursuing. The opposite is also true.

　　Countermeasures:

　　1. A dog’s tongue is certainly not very hygienic, but it is not dirty enough to cause concern. In fact, dog saliva has certain antibacterial effects, which is why they often lick their own wounds.

　　2. Most infectious diseases are only prevalent between dog-to-dog or human-to-human. Unless for those with severely weakened immune systems, dog licking does not bring any harm.

　　3. Frequently rejecting a dog’s licking can make it sad and disappointed. If you don’t want to offer your face, at least extend your hand to the one who loves you.

　　4. If a dog licks its own * for a long time, it may have diseases such as anal sac cysts and should see a doctor promptly.