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How do I stop my dog from licking and sniffing my private areas?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered

My dog keeps trying to lick and sniff my "private areas"

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on January 19th, 2016

Dogs will often sniff each other's rears in an attempt to gain valuable (to them) information about each other. Your dog may be doing this to you out of curiosity of what you're like! If he is being too rude it is best to simply get up and stop giving him attention. He'll quickly learn the behavior doesn't get him anywhere, while sitting nicely or performing other behaviors gets him attention!

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