Parents who raise dogs all know that dogs like to lick, either licking themselves or others. This is a very normal behavior for dogs, but it also makes many parents I don't understand why dogs like licking so much, so what's the meaning behind the dog's licking, let's understand what the meaning behind the dog's licking means.
When the puppies grow up, they start to lick their litter clean. To keep the puppy clean, it also helps strengthen the bond between the puppies in the process. A puppy's ears and back are hard to reach, but can be licked by a companion. The significance of licking another dog as a means of communication thus becomes a ritualized gesture and useful behavior.
In the life of a puppy, this licking means trust and acceptance. In fact, every puppy is licking as if to say Look at how friendly I am. The more the puppy licks, the message will be amplified, which also means, I'm not a threat, 'You Obedient pleas', please accept me and be kind.
It should be noted that domestic dogs will appear to be less sensitive. Understanding the development of licking behavior can help explain other phenomena, and licking the face of an adult dog can show respect or respect. Dogs continue to lick each other, which is also a kind of emotional communication with each other. Therefore, when we see dogs licking each other in our lives, don't make a fuss, this is just a basic skill and reaction of dogs.
Now when your dog tries to lick your face, you should have a better idea that the dog is sending its own message, probably just wanting to say I'm hungry. Obviously, you won't communicate with the dog through this signal, but you can give the dog biscuits or other treats to let the dog know that you are kind, which can increase mutual affection and trust.
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