Between humans, a kiss on the mouth or cheek is a clear signal of warm feelings. But what’s going on in a dog’s brain when it plants a slobbery lick on a person’s face or hands? There’s no single ...

Dogs don’t come with instruction manuals, but their licks might be the closest thing. Licking is one of their most common and misunderstood behaviors. Here's what those tongue-powered moments could ...

People love their dogs like family, so when that tongue comes out, it feels like affection. A wet lick across the cheek seems like a kiss, a small sign of love or loyalty. But as sweet as it looks, ...

Source: Stephanie Wallace/Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 What does it mean when a dog licks your hand? Mothers explain this behavior to their young children with words like "Look dear, Lassie is giving you ...

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