Cesar Millan says that a dog’s licking behavior is rooted in his ingrained character traits that are bred throughout the species as their method of communication, grooming, bonding, or perhaps even psychological issues. A mother dog would display affection towards her puppies in various ways so that biological bonds are forged. Licking is one such way and it starts from that moment a puppy is born. Mother dogs would lick their puppies to “wake” them from the state of postpartum. They might also lick their puppies for grooming and teach elimination functions. Mother dogs are also seen to feed their puppies some solid food by regurgitating it and having the young pups lick it until such time they are able to digest this themselves.
One other way licks or kisses are used for bonding is when dogs meet, every single time. A dog will start a period of “feeling out,” then perhaps respond by tensing up (if wary or distrusting) or maybe barking enthusiastically along with licking the other dog on his face or various other spots. A dog will utilize these affection displays to express submission to the pack leader or show thirst or hunger. Your pet dog sees you as his pack leader, therefore behaviors like these are expressed in a like manner.
A dog that displays excessive licking behavior towards objects or humans might also be hiding deep mental issues. Issues like separation anxiety or nervousness while around unfamiliar smells, noises, crowds, etc.
If you have any questions or concerns about your pet’s behavior, don’t hesitate to contact your animal clinic Langford, BC. Read more here.
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