Dogs / Nutrition
When a dog licks its lips repeatedly in the absence of food or the anticipation of food, it is almost always a stress or appeasement signal. It is one of the more subtle calming signals dogs use to co
When a dog licks its lips repeatedly in the absence of food or the anticipation of food, it is almost always a stress or appeasement signal. It is one of the more subtle calming signals dogs use to communicate discomfort or non-threatening intent.
Common contexts:
Because it is a small, quick gesture, it is one of the easiest signals for owners to miss. But once you start looking for it, you will see it frequently.
In conjunction with other signals (yawning, whale eye, turning away), lip licking helps paint a clear picture of a dog that is trying to manage a stressful situation without resorting to aggression.
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