“A dog’s mouth is actually cleaner than a human’s mouth” is an oft-repeated adage by dog owners who happily accept their pet’s slobbery affections. However, having seen my own pup go to town on a ...

Why Dog Licks Feel Comforting but Deserve a Second Thought For many people, a dog’s lick feels like pure affection. It’s ...

Allowing your dog to lick you is a personal decision that comes with both benefits and risks, and while some owners let their pups do it out of love, others may refrain from it out of concern. In a ...