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Probably any dog owner can tell you that training your dog isn’t always as easy as it seems it should be. Most owners assume that after a few days or sessions of rehearsing commands and actions then the dog should just pick up on basic skills and that should be it. Many owners are surprised to find out that training your dog can take literally months depending on the dog, the owner, and what exactly is being taught. However sometimes there are common mistakes that dog owners make that are causing the process to take much longer and be much more difficult than it needs to be.

For one thing, it’s good to remember that training your dog should be a positive experience for you and your dog. It’s too easy for owners to get caught up in every little “mistake” that a dog makes and concentrates on punishing these mistakes rather than concentrating on rewarding a dog when she obeys or does something right. It’s a very common mistake when training your dog to forget how much dogs crave that attention and approval from the owner and will do just about anything to get it. Concentrating on that, rather than on punishment, is going to be much more effective.

Another common mistake that you may be making when training your dog is thinking that you dog understands a word you’re saying! Too many owners fail to realize that dogs have no memory and no grasp of language except to associate a few words with certain actions. If a dog has made a mess and you start yelling at her, she won’t be able to connect your yelling with her mess. You need to actually catch a dog in the act of doing something wrong in order to properly correct her as she just cannot connect your words now with something she’s done five hours ago or even five minutes ago. Don’t make the mistake when training your dog of getting upset if she doesn’t understand you or continues to make the same mistake if you’re not catching her right then and there. Punishing her after the fact is pointless and ineffective.

And the last mistake you may be making when training your dog is getting excessively angry at her when she doesn’t make the progress you think she should be making. Dogs are not spiteful and don’t do things purposely to make you mad, so if she’s not progressing as you think she should, either your expectations are unreasonable, you are making some other mistakes in training, or it’s time to see a professional trainer. There’s nothing wrong with asking a professional to help with training your dog and a pro may be able to show you some other mistakes you’re making or help to readjust your expectations. Either way, by asking for this help in training your dog you’re sure to not only be more successful but to also have a happier and calmer dog as well.

Lots of people feel anxious when they’re alone for long periods of time. But you may not realize that dogs feel the same way sometimes, too!

If you come home from being away to find your dog has torn up furniture, soiled the floor, or you get a report from neighbors that your dog barked and howled the whole time you were gone, your dog probably has separation anxiety problems. Unfortunately, many dog owners think their dogs are acting out of anger at being left alone or because they are “bad dogs.” This leads to you handling the problem as bad behavior, which won’t solve it. One of the keys to dealing with separation anxiety in dogs is understanding what it is, and why some dogs don’t deal with being alone as well as others.

First, you should know that dogs are social animals. Their mentality is based on living in a pack (much like our family structure), so when they’re left alone, they don’t handle it well. Their instinct is to find the rest of their pack, and when they can’t do that, they become agitated. This leads to the behavior that frustrates owners when they get home.

If you suspect that your dog has separation anxiety, there are some signs and symptoms you can look for that can help. When you’re home, does your dog cling to you and demand constant attention? Does your dog start to get upset when you’re getting ready to go out? When you’re away, does your dog whine, bark, or howl the whole time you’re gone? Is your dog restless while you’re away? Is your dog destructive, or does your dog soil the carpets or floor in several areas while you’re gone? If so, your dog most likely isn’t simply bored, but is having anxiety at being separated from you.

It takes a lot of patience and love to deal with your dog’s separation anxiety. Essentially, you have to train your dog to know that it’s safe when home alone, and help your dog to know that you’ll always come home, no matter how long it thinks you’ve been gone.

If your dog has mild separation anxiety, one way you can help is to make sure your dog has a variety of dog toys to play with while you’re gone. A good selection of dog toys will help keep your pet occupied while you’re away, distracting it from looking for you.

Getting dog toys may sound too easy, but with mild separation anxiety, it could be that all your dog needs is something to occupy its time until you get home. Making sure there are lots of toy options available could save a lot of anxiety for your dog, as well as frustration for you!

In addition to helping to keep your dog occupied while you’re gone, dog toys can also help keep your dog from chewing on objects and furniture in your home. If there’s a dog toy to chew on, you may save yourself from having to replace things at home.

Separation anxiety can be a serious issue for dogs, but with patience, love, and some great dog toys, you shouldn’t have any problem helping your dog feel safer alone, and keeping your home from being destroyed. And that will mean a happier home for everyone!

Mystery boxes are fun and always changing in the Pet Society game. They are also very important in almost every aspect of your game play. If you are serious about rising up the levels and ranks then you will need to learn how to buy and sell the contents of MB’s.

From the most basic coin making methods to the more extreme traders and collectors, MB’s are a prime piece of currency and can be used to your advantage.

You will not going to get to the top of Pet Society in coins of levels until you have spent some time figuring out how to integrate these seemingly simple purchases into your game play.

What Mystery Boxes Are There?

There are three basic types of mystery boxes – each of them different in size and contents. Then there is the Toy Mystery Egg

Red Mystery Box (RMBs) = 50 coins from the mystery store = worth up to 200 coins = re-sell value up to 66 coins

Blue Mystery Box (BMBs) = 200 coins from the mystery store = items up to 1000 coins = re-sell value up to 333 coins

Golden Mystery Box (GMBs) = 500 coins from the mystery store = items up to 3000 coins = re-sale value up to 999 coins

Toy Mystery Egg (TMEs) = 350 coins from the mystery store = collectable toys and scenes = can not be gifted

The contents of the Mystery Boxes changes often and sometimes items are discontinued.

How Do You Make Coins with Mystery Boxes?

Because the highest you can resell anything back to the shops for is 999 coins – one third of the value of the 3000 coin items, you can make a profit with any of the three boxes. The key here though is to find items that are going to be popular with your fellow players. You can often make a nice profit by reselling items back to the shops, but more often than not, you will make a larger profit by trading items and coins with your fellow players.

By finding high value, high demand items, and boxes that your friends or neighbors need, you will quickly find fast routes to big coins. Just be careful if you trade for Mystery boxes as scammers can easily dupe you if you do not check their claims.

Recap on why you need Mystery Boxes

By purchasing mystery boxes whenever you have a chance and making sure that you keep a close eye on their value and the value of the items that come in them, you can generally make a substantial enough profit off of those items. Keep in mind that there are people out there who would gladly scam you for your items as well, so you should always take care to look up item values, review the trade you are making and be as savvy as possible in your interactions. Do all that and mystery boxes will make you a tidy profit.

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Pet ownership in the United States is on the rise. A recent survey by the American Veterinary Medical Association indicates that four in ten (43 million) U.S. households own at least one dog, and three in ten (37.5 million) households own at least one cat.  This increase in pet ownership reflects more people realize pets can truly enrich their lives.  Pets not only provide companionship, unconditional love and affection, research now shows they also provide significant health benefits. Pets can help to reduce stress, relieve loneliness and depression.  Moreover, pets can provide opportunities for exercise, outdoor activities, and socializaton.  Published scientific studies show that pets can decrease their owner\’s blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and feelings of loneliness. Older people who have pets tend to have better physical and mental health than those who don’t.

In parallel to the increase in pet ownership, gift-giving to pets continues to rise.  A recent survey shows eight out of ten dog owners buy dog gifts and 63 percent of cat owners purchase gifts for the family feline.  Moreover, the gifts are not just purchased at Christmas, but also for birthdays, Easter, Halloween, Valentine\’s Day, or for no special occasion. This article reviews some popular dog gifts and cat gifts available online.

Popular dog gifts include natural dog treats, dog gift basket, gift tower, and care package. The natural dog treats are bone-shaped biscuits that come in one pound gift bag and in three different flavors: peanut, carob chip and oatmeal cinnamon.  These crunchy delicious treats will be received by your pet dog with excessive tail wagging and plenty of kisses.  These inexpensive dog treats are ideal gifts for dog lovers.  

Another popular gift, the dog gift basket, consists of a chrome bone shaped wire basket filled with a chew toy, a package of chewy treats and special dog biscuit mix that the dog owner will bake. Dog biscuit mix comes with simple instructions and a bone shaped cookie cutter to cut out and bake the biscuits. Anyone feeding these treats to the dog can look forward to plenty of wet kisses from that pampered pet.

The dog gift tower consists of a set of adorable boxes stacked on top of one another and make great storage for doggie\’s toys later. Every box is filled with pleasant surprises, including doggie shampoo, plaster dog print kit, doggie chew ball, 2 doggie chew toy, washing mitt or brush, a paw print box filled with beef flavored dog bones, and an 8\” playful puppy toy. This gift will delight your favorite pooch or pooch lover.

Another fantastic gift to spoil the dog in your life or its owner is a pet care package designed specifically for the dog lover. This adorable dog paw print gift box comes filled with doggie ball, doggie chew toy, doggie shampoo, plaster dog print kit, doggie washing mitt or brush, and a paw print box filled with beef flavored dog bones treats.

Popular cat gifts include cat gift box and cat gift basket. The house shaped cat gift box is full of treats for a good kitty. It includes over a cup of tuna flavored snacks and a mouse play toy. These cat snacks are low fat and low calorie, so you don\’t have to worry about the cat\’s weight.  It is a perfect gift for any friend or family member who has a cat.

The cat gift basket consists of a chrome cat-shaped wire container as a keepsake.  It is filled with a seed mixture of herbs and cat grasses to grow in any sunny place, a cat toy, and a bag of kitty treats mix that the cat owner will bake after cutting out with a metal fish-shaped cookie cutter.  All the cat owner needs is a bowl, water and an oven to make these treats. This gift basket is sure to pamper any feline.

In conclsuion, gift-giving to pet dogs and cats is on the rise, probably as a result of increasing pet ownership, and scientific confirmation on the benefits of pet ownership. Great selections of dog gifts and cat gifts are available.  These gifts are not only ideal for showing your affection to your pets, but also make great dog lover gifts or cat lover gifts. 

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It is estimated that around 10% of dogs suffer from an exaggerated negative reaction to being left alone. This fearful response to being left alone is referred to as separation anxiety. We are not entirely sure as to why exactly separation anxiety occurs, but it does seem there is no single cause for it.

Both puppies and older dogs can suffer from separation anxiety. In the case of puppies, it is natural that any young animal should become fearful when left alone, however, in the majority of cases the problem rights itself over time. It is also suggested certain breeds are predisposed to separation anxiety, for example, German Shepherds, Spaniels, and Shih Tzu. Dogs that are separated from their mothers prematurely or rescued dogs,’ are also much more likely to suffer from separation anxiety, as are dogs that have nervous dispositions.

Changes of routine, for example a new job that causes you to be out of the house a lot, a house move, or the dog having a frightening experience when you have been out of the house can also trigger separation anxiety.

A further cause of separation anxiety could be due to species predisposition; dogs are highly social animals that rely on a ‘pack’ system of living, for safety, security, and companionship etc. Wild dogs and wolves for example, use this hierarchical system of living extremely effectively, however, one of the main differences between wild packs of dogs or wolves and our domesticated dogs, is wild packs remain together for more of the time, whereas, the relationship between humans and domestic dogs is being constantly broken and re-established, due to our continuous comings and goings.

I think one of the main intensifiers of separation anxiety is owner behaviour. Often this negative behaviour is reinforced unwittingly, for example, the owner may coddle the dog when it shows signs of distress and anxiety, as the owner prepares to leave the house. Usual behaviours the owner performs before leaving the house, such as putting on shoes and coat and getting the car keys etc, become to act as triggers for anxious or fearful behaviour in the dog.

The types of behaviour your dog displays can tell you right away if he suffers with separation anxiety. They include, barking excessively, crying, whining, or howling. He may follow you closely when you are preparing to leave the house, jumping on you to get your attention. When you have left the house his behaviour will intensify, he may begin salivating, pacing up and down, and bark constantly. In some cases the dog may urinate or defecate around the house, he may also chew or destroy things around the house. In severe cases the dog can become self destructive, for example biting out his fur.

If you have an older dog or puppy who suffers with separation anxiety, he can be helped, however, this may take some, and you will need to take gradual steps when retraining him. You will need to address a number of issues, when helping your dog, so let us take a look at these now.

Your goal here is for you to be able to leave your dog alone at home, and for him to be comfortable with this. So, the first thing you need to do is examine the pack structure in your home. Do you offer your dog strong leadership? Strong and confident leadership is important to your dog, in fact he will quite naturally follow you, and have confidence in what your require of him, if you lead with assurance.

In order to develop your leadership abilities, teach your dog basic obedience exercises, like sit, down, and stay. If your dog has a tendency to follow you around the house or jumps on you demanding constant attention then, put a stop his unwanted behaviour by ignoring it. Be ready with some food treats to reward your dog’s behaviour when he is calm, but only when he is completely calm. What you are trying to do here is to teach your dog that everything he gets from you has to be earned, in this way you communicate to him you are the leader of your pack.

Next, try going into different rooms in the house and closing the door behind you, so your dog cannot follow you. Initially, do this for one or two seconds and build up very gradually. In this way you begin to change your dog’s feelings towards you leaving him alone.

The next thing to tackle will be your leaving routines. To help break the negative associations your dog has built around you getting ready to leave the house. Try putting your shoes on and sitting back down, or picking your keys up and not going anywhere at all, or putting your coat on and wearing it around the house for a while.

When your dog is relaxed with this, it’s time to actually leave the house. Again, initially you will only be going out for seconds and building up gradually. If you drive a car, your dog may have developed the sound of it moving away into a trigger, so turning the engine on, and then of and quickly re-enter the house, again, you can build this up to moving part way up the street, and driving around the block etc.

The key points to remember are before leaving and when re-entering the house act as calm as possible. By showing your dog it’s no big deal to you coming and going, he will begin to react in the same way. Don’t talk or pet your dog before you leave the house, and when re-entering for at least 10 minutes or so. Settle yourself down first, and go about your usual business, and wait for your dog to become completely calm before quietly calling him over and gently petting him. When you call him, if he shows any excited behaviour at all, then ignore him again until he becomes calm, and then try calling him quietly to you again, if he responds peacefully, then pet him, and tell him how much of a good dog he is, but remember do so as coolly as possible.

If you leave your dog alone for long periods when you are still retraining him, this will weaken all the good work you have done, so do try to have someone look after him in the early stages when you are not at home.

Some dogs are more relaxed when they are confined, so a dog or puppy crate may be helpful, but please make sure your dog or puppy has been introduced to it correctly, to be sure it does not cause him further distress. Once he is used to his little den, you can leave him inside it with some chew toys, especially the type you can stuff with food and treats, as this will help keep him occupied when you are out of the house.

Finally, never, punish your dog or puppy for his behaviour, as this is not only totally unfair to him, but will only help to intensify his problems. Be kind, calm, and consistent when helping your dog, and given time, he will overcome his problem of separation anxiety.

When it comes to pet’s people will do almost anything to keep them in good health and overall happiness. I know that I would do the same and have for every single animal I have owned because they are part of the family and always will be your friend.  But what is the best way to take care of your pets as they age throughout their lives? There are many different ways to help your pets as they age through their lives without having to spend lots of money for vets and other medications.

Some of the best things that you can do for your animals as they go though their lives are to keep them close to all the people that raised them throughout their lives. Attention and good care can be the best thing for animals as they go through life. But when they get sick you don’t have much of a choice to take them to the vets and get them back on their feet again. One of the good things though is that you can get health insurance for your animals, mainly the house pets like dogs and cats. But just being able to do that can help the pocket because we all know how much a vet these days can set you back.

If you are looking to get Insurance for your animals then it is always a good idea to do it earlier on in the life of the pets as the premium for the animal will rise.  There are always many different options for the health care of your pets. But try to pick the right one you can afford to help them out. Unlike us they are not able to do this alone they will always need your help in this case.

Just keep in mind that a good healthy lifestyle for your pets will always drive them to a better health and wellbeing throughout their lives. But there are the unforeseen things that you can never account for and that is why having some form of insurance for your pets is a good thing if you can afford to go that route. Here are some resources for different books and products that can help with the process. How to care for your pet

Getting your dog to understand what you want him do when given certain commands is the purpose behind dog obedience training. It is a communication process between owner and dog that creates a bond that is vital to the safety of the dog, his owner, and those around him.

Dogs are naturally social creatures that in the wild live in packs. When brought into a home a dog becomes a part of the family pack, and just like in the wild there is a natural order to things with a leader of the pack, or alpha dog, on down. One of the primary purposes of dog obedience training is to show your dog who is in charge. Without proper training or discipline just about any dog will naturally try to take over and be in charge.

This is where obedience training comes in. It lets your dog know who’s in charge and at the same time creates a bond between him and his humans. It is one of the most important things any dog owner can do to establish a strong relationship between owner and dog.

Training your dog subtly but efficiently establishes to your dog that you are the leader of the pack and they are not, but it should not involve any negative or punishment-based components. Training your dog to be obedient can be an extraordinary learning experience as well as being a fun and rewarding activity for you and your dog.

Obedience training is great for your dog because it is a good mental exercise that enables your dog to live happier and with more freedom. It is a way of fostering communication between owner and dog. Although obedience training doesn’t solve all behavior problems it is the foundation for solving just about any problem including house training, chewing up your belongings, excessive barking, digging holes in your yard, fighting other dogs and aggressive behavior. The goal behind dog obedience training is the idea that a dog will respond with a certain reaction every time a certain command is given.

Almost every dog owner will have to use some sort of behavior modification techniques at one time or another when training their prized pet. It helps avoid temperament and behavior problems. Many dogs develop behavior problems because their owners fail to set rules and enforce them. Proper training allows you to communicate with your dog, helps to foster the bond between you, and keeps him safe from both injuries and behavior problems.

Dog obedience training is about setting boundaries that must be enforced on a daily basis and is the most important thing a dog should learn as it is the foundation to solving many of any dog’s behavior problems. Obedience training is the perfect method for both you and your dog to establish a connection, to relate to one another and to make living together more enjoyable.

If you are considering using a bark collar as a solution to your dog barking problem, then it is important to first understand why dogs bark. Barking is normal behavior and is part of the natural communication of dogs. Simply put, it is as natural for dogs to bark as it is for us humans to speak. If dogs did not bark they would have no other way of communicating with other dogs or with humans. However, dog barking is a problem when it becomes excessive. Excessive barking is an annoying behavior to a dog owner’s family, friends and neighbors. Approximately 35% of dog owners complain that excessive dog barking is their most common behavioral problem in their dog.

There is almost always a reason for a dog to bark and some breeds of dogs have a higher need to bark than others. Breeds of dogs that have a tendency to bark more are Beagles, Terriers, and some herding breeds, such as the Collie or Shetland sheepdog. Certain breeds have actually been bred to bark as part of their watchdog or herding duties. You can find an excessive barker in a purebred dog as well as a mixed breed.

Ten Reasons Why Dogs Bark:

1. Lack of Exercise- Your dog may need longer exercise periods and more play time

2. Boredom, Frustration, Loneliness- Dogs often bark because they need a more stimulating environment to release excess energy and sometimes bark because they are lonely.

3. Separation Anxiety

4. Improper Confinement- Some dogs will bark when they are confined in a room or crate for long periods of time.

5. Play or Excitement- Many dogs will bark when playing with people or other dogs. This type of barking is more common in younger dogs and puppies. Some dogs will even bark when they know they are going for a walk or a car ride.

6. Territorial Protection- This type of barking occurs when strangers or other dogs come near your property.

7. Attention Seeking- Dogs will bark for a need to be met such as food or water, to be let in or out, or in response to pain.

8. A Returning Family Member

9. Trained to Bark- Some dogs are trained to bark for performing certain duties. Hunting dogs, guard dogs, and herding dogs are examples of dogs that are trained to bark while doing their jobs.

10. Environmental Reasons- Your dog may bark at unfamiliar sounds or sudden movements, when a phone rings, when other dogs bark, at passing cars or strangers, road noise, or in response to fear.

If you want to help your dog learn that excessive barking is not acceptable behavior, an electronic bark collar can help. A dog will learn quickly that his barking will result in correction and will soon learn to stop the behavior. A bark collar gives your dog immediate correction that is a distraction to barking. When your dog barks the collar will give a mild static correction, similar to you what you get when you rub your feet on the carpet and then touch something. The correction will become slightly more intense if your dog continues barking. It is important to remember that when you use a dog bark collar, in addition to stopping the excessive barking, you also need to reward the dog for his good behavior. A dog bark collar can help you be successful in controlling unnecessary and annoying barking in your pet.

In order to control excessive barking in our dogs and change their behavior, we first need to understand the reason behind the barking. You can eventually learn your dog’s different barks if you pay close attention to him. If you can figure out why your dog is barking, then you can come up with a solution to the problem. Although barking is a normal and part of the natural communication of dogs, it is possible to control this behavioral problem in your pet.

Did you know that 85% of all cats and dogs have developed periodontal disease by age three? Have you looked in your pet’s mouth today? Do you know what to look for? Here are symptoms that may indicate your pet needs an oral examination:

Bad breath
Excessive drooling
Reluctance to play
Reluctance to eat
Favoring one side of mouth
Loose teeth
Redness of gums
Swelling under the eye

It’s more than doggie breath! Yes, we joke about doggie breath, but the truth is that our pets’ mouths are very similar to human mouths.  Humans, dogs and cats all experience having baby teeth, losing them and getting adult teeth.  All teeth have nerves and blood vessels, dentin and enamel.  If plaque isn’t removed, it mixes with bacteria and becomes tartar, which must be professionally removed.  If that step is neglected long enough, it will lead to periodontal disease.

Carrot and kibble cleaning while you wait. Imagine what our own mouths would be like if we never brushed our teeth and simply depended on the food we eat to clean our teeth.  Carrot sticks can only do so much, and the same is true of dry kibble.  Ideally, a dog or cat’s teeth should be brushed daily.  Most will tolerate this attention if the routine is started at the puppy or kitten stage. An older pet can also be persuaded, but it’s important to go slowly.

Practice tender, gentle care in slow motion. A finger brush (one that fits over your finger) is ideal for a small pet.  You can also purchase specialty pet toothbrushes and meat-flavored toothpaste.  Never use human toothbrushes or toothpaste.  Our toothpaste can be toxic to pets, and our toothbrushes are too large and hard for their mouths.  For the first two weeks, don’t use any toothpaste.  Just help your pet become accustomed to the sudden attention to her mouth.  You can add the toothpaste later once she’s used to the experience.

If your pet exhibits any of the symptoms listed above, call your local veterinarian hospital today for an appointment. Routine dental care for pets, part of their overall efforts to keep your pet energetic and happy.

Are you tired of your dog licking everything in the house?  If your dog won’t stop licking, it can create problems.  Is she licking herself bald?  Does she lick you too much?  Or is she licking your carpet or your furniture?  If you need to stop dog licking, there are five things you should know.

If Your Dog Won’t Stop Licking, She Might Have Allergies

If your dog licks her paws after she eats, she may be allergic to something in her food.  Check the first four ingredients.  If corn or meat by-products are one of these first four ingredients, change brands to one that doesn’t contain either one.  Also change the protein source.  For example, if chicken is listed in the first four ingredients, look for a brand that has beef or lamb listed instead.

Flea allergies can cause hours of incessant itching from one flea bite.  Your dog will lick frantically, and be in obvious distress.  She may lick her fur off or develop a lick granuloma, which can be difficult to treat.  If excessive canine licking is a problem, take your dog to the vet to rule out any medical conditions.

Your Dog Loves You – Licking Is Normal Dog Behavior

Canine licking is a normal way dogs show affection for their owners.  Dogs will often greet their owners in the morning or when they return home after an absence by licking them.

However, some dogs carry this to an extreme, wanting to lick their owners constantly.  Some will even chase their owners around the house, trying to lick them, which is very annoying. 

If your dog overdoes the loving, tell her “no” and walk away from her.  Don’t look at her.  Ignore her completely for a couple of minutes.  Your dog will probably be persistent, but you need to be more persistent.  Be sure everyone in the house is on the same page, or you’ll never get her trained.

Do You Have An Anxious Dog?

Licking herself for emotional comfort is one of many bad dog habits an anxious dog can develop.  It can take some detective work to figure out the cause of her anxiety.  Is she left alone every day for many long hours?  Does she have separation anxiety in dogs? 

If your dog won’t stop licking due to anxiety, it can develop into an obsessive compulsive behavior very quickly, so it’s important to determine what is causing the problem.  She may just need more attention from you.

Are You Inadvertently Encouraging Bad Dog Habits?

Many dog owners don’t realize how easy it is to train their dog to do exactly what they don’t want them to do.  For example, if you don’t pay much attention to your dog unless she’s licking you, that’s what you’re training her to do.  Dogs crave your attention, whether it’s good or bad. 

If she’s overdoing the licking, say “no!” firmly.  You don’t have to yell.  Turn and walk away.  Ignore your dog for a couple of minutes.  Then let her approach you again.  If she starts licking you again, repeat your actions.  Give your dog lots of love and attention, especially when she’s doing what you want her to do, but ignore her when she does something you’d rather she didn’t.  Your dog will quickly learn what gets your attention and what doesn’t.

A Dog Licking Everything Can Be Trained To Stop Dog Licking

Stop teaching your dog to do the exact opposite of what you want her to do.  Look for a good dog training course that includes a free consultation with an experienced dog trainer, along with dog owner forums where you can get advice from other dog owners solving the same problems you’re facing.

So go ahead and take the first step to stop dog licking now.