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Originally Posted by Sara95x  I was sure I replied but it's not here lol if I do a repeat ignore this :,). But I totally get it I think people are quick to scold a dog for behavior which could have another meaning behind it, I will certainly look into it all  he is cuddled up next to me after licking pillows! , it's only been a few years he has done this.. I've looked for answers before but I just thought it was a part of him! Lol, I don't say "no" in a stern way I usually just pull away since I hate being sticky! I read it could be a dominance thing? Although I think it's something else since he licks everything not just hands, he has one single big wart I was going to get that checked out so I will ask at the time thank you!. |
I disagree with any source that contends licking is a dominance thing. My boys lick our hands to show affection. We sort of encouraged it by giggling or saying "thank you." They are big kissers in general.
Max has very sticky saliva and my dad will jokingly say, "Blah! Now I have to wash my hands." Max 'laughs' along with him.
My boys are also attracted to the scent of our hand soap. Soaps, lotions, air fresheners . . . any products you use on yourself or in your home, you may want to consider if these are encouraging the licking.