12
Jul
What Does It Mean When Your Dog Constantly Lays On You. Most dog parents have experienced a pooch leaning on their legs at least once in their lives. Your dog likely climbs on you when you lay down because it is a chance for it to lick your face and because it has learned that the behavior results in extra attention. Also as simple as it sounds maybe your dog just finds you to be comfortable. While you can train your dog to use their paw on-demand with the shake command the type of pawing we will dive into is pawing without a request from you as their master.
Your dog simply sits or stands next to you and casually leans a bulk of their weight against your calf. A lot of dogs just like being right up close with their favorite people and its simply that. They Love You. They like your company. Thats the same hormone by the way thats released when new mothers hold their babies. So rather than encourage your dog to lay next to you or on the floor embrace the cuddle and enjoy your time together.
Your attention your affection.
Most pups mean well when using their paws but you may not fully understand why your dog does it. Its a continuation of the bonding process that began when you and your dog first met each other. While you can train your dog to use their paw on-demand with the shake command the type of pawing we will dive into is pawing without a request from you as their master. When your dog comes to lay by you or on your feet this isnt necessarily bad behavior. Your dog likely climbs on you when you lay down because it is a chance for it to lick your face and because it has learned that the behavior results in extra attention. Also as simple as it sounds maybe your dog just finds you to be comfortable.