5 ways dogs show their love

Here are 5 signs of your dog's love:

1. They won't stop licking you
Licking is probably one of the most obvious ways dogs show their affection.

2. They put all their weight on you
When your dog puts all its weight on your legs, it shows you that it trusts you completely, as it sees you as a protector.

Your dog may also do this for comfort when it's feeling scared, but when it does this in moments of peace and calm, it's like giving you a big hug.

3. They bring you their toys
Does your dog constantly bring you its toys? Showing you its prized possessions is definitely a sign of love and devotion.

It may even bring them to you as gifts, since it sees you as the head of the household.

If the game is broken, it may indirectly ask you to fix it – a sign that it trusts you with this important task.

In addition, wanting to play with you is definitely a sign that you are very important to it.

4. They nudge you with their nose
A nudge can mean many different things: "pay attention to me," "pet me," or "I love you."

Either way it's a sign that your dog wants to be close to you and wants physical contact.

5. They steal your shoes and socks
If your dog raids the laundry room picking out your smelliest clothes, like your dirty shoes and sweaty socks, it really loves you.

It shows that it missed you during your absence and can't get enough of your unique smell. The more intense the better!

It's okay to discourage this behavior, but remember that your dog is doing it out of love.