The behavior of the companion animals we share our lives with is at times fascinating, frequently entertaining, and sometimes downright puzzling. Here are a few examples of how the furry love of your life shows affection.

Enhance your pet's scent experience by putting your dog in a sit-stay and hiding some small treats around the house. When you're done, release her and encourage her to, "Find it!"

I believe that Archie and Tsimmes lick me because we are a family, because I love them and they love me, and that they lick me in the morning because it's time to start the next happy day of our family life together.