A wet tongue across the face feels like devotion. Dogs express themselves through licking, and humans interpret this behavior as affection. The reality involves more complexity than simple love. Dr. Patty Khuly, a Miami-based veterinarian, explains that dogs associate licking with receiving rewards, particularly food. The behavior happens most frequently when dogs feel relaxed at […]

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