Should you let your dog lick your face?

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Do you find it sweet or gross when a dog does this? (Photo: Liukov/Shutterstock)

▼ You love your dog so much, it's only natural to let him lick you. And if it happens that he zeroes in on your lips, what's the big deal? After all, you've heard that a dog's mouth is cleaner than a human's.
Except it's not true. You've seen the things your dog eats. It's no wonder dogs have their fair share of oral bacteria, making them no  better than uswhen it comes to the microbial situation in their mouths. So you may want to think twice before putting your face so close to your four-legged buddy.
Why do dogs lick?
You may think your dog is doing this out of love, but there are a number of reasons dogs lick their owners, other dogs and even themselves, according to the American Kennel Club.
They like the way you taste.Dogs find something yummy about your sweaty, salty skin. That unique taste is also comforting because it comes from someone they love.
They're rewarded for doing it.What did you do the last time your dog licked you? Likely you gave him attention by petting him or saying something to him, which offered positive reinforcement, encouraging him to do it again. And, as the AKC points out, licking also releases endorphins (the “feel good” hormones), which increases the benefit of doing it.
To show submission.Puppies will lick their mother's mouth as a sign of subordination. Similarly, a dog will lick another dog (or a person) that they feel is superior to them.
For medical or behavioral reasons.A dog might lick a certain spot on his body because of allergies or other medical problems. But a dog that obsessively licks himself, a person or even an item may have anxiety or a disorder that may benefit from a consultation with a behaviorist.
To lick or not to lick (▪ ▪ ▪)

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n_ramprasad

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tuli08@

yuck...I love dogs but No

RobbieWetta872

Yes as much as dogs can feel like part of family I don’t think it’s very hygienic!

subscraxme

tuli08@ 5-9-2018 06:52 AM
yuck...I love dogs but No

+1 tuli08
I also love dogs, but no way I will allow it to lick my face.

I have sort of adopted several strays near my house and I make it a point to wash my hands with soap each time I pet them or they lick my hands.

Even with pedigree dogs, I think it is poor choice to allow them to lick your face.

davejk

absolutely unhygeneic. should not be allowed

fatsogamer

ew gross

coolmoon68

no way. i will not aloow it.

tuli08@

subscraxme 6-9-2018 02:01 AM
+1 tuli08
I also love dogs, but no way I will allow it to lick my face.

same pinch with the washing hands with soap thing. I cautiously follow that rule too.

Quak3

since many dogs love to eat feces --> no thank you