And the reason is?

Note Jake's paw around Gracie's neck

We have a new behavior that has evolved recently: Gracie likes to wash Jake's face. Just one side.

I don't know why this is happening. Gracie has always been a dog who likes to lick people and things. She licks, on occasion, the bed sheets. Then gets a little upset when her tongue sticks because it is too dry. Weird dog. Now, when they play as they are in this photo, she will start to wash his face. He allows this in varying degrees. Some days he just swats at her and walks away. Other days he just submits, with a strange look in his eyes.

Whatever. I've said it before and I'm saying it again: dogs are better than HBO.
Linda