Jean in Newcastle Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 What do you do about an overly licky dog? He's big and strong and extremely loving. But I am getting tired of being covered in big slobbery kisses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mama Geek Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I have taught mine the command for no lick. My dh and dd don't usually mind getting licked by him, but when they aren't in the mood he knows no lick, because it drives me nuts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneStepAtATime Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I have taught mine the command for no lick. My dh and dd don't usually mind getting licked by him, but when they aren't in the mood he knows no lick, because it drives me nuts. How do you teach "no lick"? What steps did you go through? :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Wheatens are very exuberant greeters -- they go for the face, and if someone lets them, they will lick that person for 5 minutes. I don't like it. If Aidan tries to lick me, I offer him the back of my hand for one kiss or block him with my hand. He's used to me. Everyone else lets him get away with it. He even licks their ears and eyelids. Yuck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jann in TX Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Since I have large dogs (white German Shepherds) I taught them from the beginning not to lick me (even though I adore happy new puppy kisses). When they would start to lick I would gently move their head away and say "no lick" firmly and then redirect the activity with some petting or play time. It really did not take long for them to get it. Now it did take longer for them to figure out that ALL humans prefer not to be licked/groomed... My dad has a small dog (yorkie) and allows this dog to lick him all over.... YUCK! Even this dog that I see once or twice a year knows not to lick me (it usually takes just a few reminders then I'm safe!). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Since I have large dogs (white German Shepherds) I taught them from the beginning not to lick me (even though I adore happy new puppy kisses). When they would start to lick I would gently move their head away and say "no lick" firmly and then redirect the activity with some petting or play time. It really did not take long for them to get it. Now it took longer for them to figure out that ALL humans prefer not to be licked/groomed... My dad has a small dog (yorkie) and allows this dog to lick him all over.... YUCK! Even this dog that I see once or twice a year knows not to lick me (it usually takes just a few reminders then I'm safe!). :iagree: It takes time and patience and works a LOT better if all humans participate in training. But following the above advice to teach "no lick" (or "no kiss" or whatever you want to name the behavior) should work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoseInABook Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I will firmly push her muzzle down and say, "No lick." to get our husky/German Shepherd mix to make her stop. My kids, however, love Annie kisses so she's allowed to get some licks in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 31, 2014 Author Share Posted May 31, 2014 Thanks! He already knows "no bark" so I can do "no lick". I don't know why I never thought of teaching him that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathryn Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I will firmly push her muzzle down and say, "No lick." to get our husky/German Shepherd mix to make her stop. This is what we did with our dogs. MIL, on the other hand, trained her dogs to lick her feet. It's SO gross. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slache Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Grab his tongue. It's annoying and harmless. It might take about a week, but I like that option because it's not a punishment, as he hasn't actually done anything wrong. Come up with an "It's ok to kiss me" signal, like offering the back of your hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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