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Originally Posted by SnowWa Nikko - Kissing is not aggressive behavior. |
Just had to comment on that.
There are a few people out there who do say that kissing faces is a manuever by the dog to put himself on your level (and therefore increase his own status).
These are generally the same people who recommend alpha-rolling a dog to show him who is boss.
The majority of behaviorists now say that face-licking is an appeasement behavior by dogs - ie he's showing you that he knows you are boss. This is what I believe. If you watch, it is usually puppies and submissive dogs who lick the faces (especially around the mouth) of bigger/older dogs.
Whatever it is, I admit it! I'm an addict. I find it very relaxing when Joey licks my chin. I just love it!
