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Why does my dog keep sniffing the back of my knees? Is it concerning?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Yorkipoo | Male | neutered | 1 year and 8 months old | 13 lbs

Recently my dog has been sniffing mine and my mom back of knee why is that? And should I be concern?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 7th, 2017

It could be that, for some reason, the back of your knees smell really good to Shadow. Dogs seem to enjoy the scent of their owners. and that may be why he is doing that to you and your mother. It's not something I would have any concerns about :-)

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