It can be a very regular occurrence in many homes. You\u2019ve soaked yourself under some warm water. You\u2019ve lathered, rinsed and repeated, and when you step out of the shower and head to put some clothes on, there\u2019s that familiar feeling of a cold, wet nose and a licking tongue at your feet. But why do some dogs love licking feet when they\u2019ve just come out of the shower? Let\u2019s find out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Dog\u2019s have a great many scent receptors and their taste buds are pretty sharp too. In many cases, a dog lapping at your toes after a shower may just be because your feet taste great! Well, at least they taste great to your dog who is not only showing you affection (licking is very much a language of love to dogs) but also because your wet feet are an amazing taste-sensation. Not everyone likes it, but many dogs love to do it and if you show them any attention or affection when they do it, they\u2019ll almost certainly continue to do enjoy this activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But that may not be the only reason. For more on this and the other reasons why your dog likes to lick your ankles, soles and the rest, our Head Vet Sean McCormack has put together this short video with plenty of information for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n