Why do dogs lick my ears?
Dogs often make some strange behaviors. For example, when you are sitting on the sofa and watching TV, the dog will suddenly stick out his tongue to lick your ears. You may feel very uncomfortable and wonder why the dog should lick my ears? It turns out that besides emotional factors, there are other reasons for dogs to lick your ears. The following article will introduce you the specific reasons.
1. Showing respect
Whenever the dog licks your ears, shows you his abdomen and clamps his tail between his legs, it is the dog that shows you a kind of respect and regards you as a leader.
2. He like the smell in your ears
Another reason the dog licks your ears is that your earwax is deeply attractive to him. You may feel disgusting it. But the fact is, the dog's sense of taste is different from ours.
3. Expressing comfort
When you are unhappy or have a bad day, they will comfort you by licking your ears and try to cheer you up.
4. Grooming and beauty
Dogs are social animals. Dogs often lick each other's hard-to-groom areas. Naturally, dogs will lick your ears to carefully groom your appearance.