Between humans, a kiss on the mouth or cheek is a clear signal of warm feelings. But what’s going on in a dog’s brain when it plants a slobbery lick on a person’s face or hands? There’s no single ...

When dogs lick their owners, it’s often viewed as a sign of affection. However, experts say there are deeper evolutionary reasons behind the behavior. Dr. Alexandra Horowitz, a noted dog cognition ...

Dogs don’t come with instruction manuals, but their licks might be the closest thing. Licking is one of their most common and misunderstood behaviors. Here's what those tongue-powered moments could ...