**************************** Okay, dog lovers – get ready – today is National Hug Your Dog Day! Experts say that hugging can be mutually beneficial for both you and your canine buddy, because hugging releases “oxytocin” in both dog and human. It’s been called the “cuddle hormone” because it creates a feeling of love and trust. But before you go grabbing your furry friend for a big snuggle hug, it might be good to realize that not all dogs like to be hugged. Some even say that hugging a dog could make your pet uncomfortable. So how can you tell if your dog doesn’t like being hugged, and maybe is just tolerating it? Well, take note of how your pet behaves when you hug it.