That's how we show affection. We hug what we love.  Unfortunately, our dogs for the most part hate every second of it. Researchers analysed 250 photos of people hugging their pup, and found the dogs showing signs of being uncomfortable, stressed, or anxious in almost of them.

10.8% of the dogs were indifferent toward hugs. Only 7.6% seemed to like it.

Now, there is a chance your dog is in that last group and loves hugs. . . . The research still shows that your pup likes food. Show them affection by tossing them a loving treat.

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