2. They Like the Taste of Your Skin
Human skin carries: Anatomy
salt from sweat
food traces
lotions
scents
Dogs have an extremely sensitive sense of smell and taste. Sometimes they lick simply because your skin tastes interesting.
3. It May Be a Stress SignalADVERTISEMENT
Some dogs lick excessively when nervous.
If licking happens alongside:
yawning
avoiding eye contact
tucked tail
lip licking
pacing
it may signal anxiety rather than affection.
