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, ...

Dog owners experience countless moments with their pets: bursts of play, shared routines, and gestures that build connection. Among them, one behavior stands out as universal — the familiar lick. You ...

“A dog’s mouth is actually cleaner than a human’s mouth” is an oft-repeated adage by dog owners who happily accept their pet’s slobbery affections. However, having seen my own pup go to town on a ...

There are many ways that a dog can show physical affection, but the main one is licking. Dogs are prone to licking our hands, legs, feet and, especially, the face. Debate rages as to whether you ...

Q: My dog often tries to lick my face. Should I allow it? What are the health risks? A: The odds of getting sick from a friendly lick across the face are very low. But the fact is that all dogs will ...

Discover the heartfelt messages behind your dog's licking behavior. Learn from Vet Dr. Julian Norton about bonding and emotional connection.

Jacqueline Boyd is affiliated with The Kennel Club (UK) through membership, as Chair of the Activities Health and Welfare Subgroup and member of the Dog Health Group. Jacqueline is a full member of ...

TikTok user Gut Doc (@the.gut.doc) is a gastroenterologist who posted a video with his warning on Saturday. It has since amassed 3.4 million views. In the video, Gut Doc writes, “From a ...

Why does my dog lick my feet? As it turns out, licking is a natural behavior in dogs that can be a form of communication or even a means of gathering information about their environment. “Dogs lick ...

Puppy kisses can be a sweet sign of love from your canine, but only if you don’t think too hard about it – dog’s mouths contain more than 600 different types of bacteria. We certainly don’t walk up to ...