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Confused over why does my dog lick my belly button? I can understand you here.
Imagine this: you walk out of the swimming pool with your belly button exposed, and your four-legged dear friend runs to you, climbs up, and kisses your belly button. Well, this seems a comical act, and you might wonder, “Why does my dog lick my belly button?”.
We all know how much dogs love to lick. It is their all-time favorite way to show their likeness to something or someone. If you have been fortunately blessed with the opportunity of owning a dog, you may have noticed your dog practically licking all the parts of your body.
However, the belly button may appear to be an odd option but the primary reasons for this activity are pure and intended to be completely harmless
When my dog started doing it every day, it made me curious, and I decided to delve deeper to understand why my dog licks my belly button.
So, together we will understand the fascinating tales of affection, communication, and love expression associated with your dog showering your belly button with passionate licks.
Why Does My Dog Lick My Belly Button?
There are various reasons behind dogs licking your belly button like showing affection, bonding, and curiosity as licking releases feel-good hormones creating a positive emotional connection. So, if your dog’s licking is gentle and not obsessive, it’s likely a normal form of canine communication and social interaction.
