K-Y Canada's guide to doggy style

Ask someone they’re favourite sex position and chances are they’re going to say doggy style. And why wouldn’t they?! It’s versatile, fun, and feels amazing. It’s a classic for a reason.

Doggy style is one of those hot go-to positions that, perhaps, we don’t even give a second thought to. Like a habit we just slip into, maybe. But it’s a position that gives so much pleasure from a sultry foreplay bump from behind to a naked and sweaty romp.

Let’s give the ultimate sex position a little love and find out why it’s the best, with a few added sex tips for a twist next time you’re in the mood for it.

What is doggy style and why does it feel so good?

Doggy style is, more or less, exactly how it sounds: One person is on all fours, sometimes resting on their hands or forearms, while the other is behind on their knees (or, in some cases, standing) penetrating from behind. Doggy style can be vaginal or anal penetrative sex. The partner on their knees or standing up doing the penetration (either with a penis, sex toy or finger) usually has their hands on the hips of the partner on all fours, pulling, pushing or rocking the person back and forth for deeper penetration and different sensations.

Doggy style feels amazing because it allows for deeper penetration. No matter if it’s anal or vaginal, the angle and positioning hits just so that slower, longer, and deeper moves are ideal. To enhance this position, or anal is the way you’d like to go, consider using a lubricant, like K-Y^® Lubricant -Naturals^*. Lube features fun and sexy sensations and, for practical reasons, can make penetration easier.

Doggy style sex tips with a twist

If classic doggy style is enough for you, that’s great. But if you’d like to spice up your routine, try some of the following sexy tips.

Lie all the way down on your belly if you’re tired of being on your knees
Try doggy style anywhere but the bed: shower, staircase, kitchen, living room, laundry closet, you name it, you try it
Incorporate sex toys like a strap-on or anal beads for versatility
Try masturbating while your partner is behind penetrating you for double the pleasure
Consider double penetration if you haven’t tried it before
Turn around and face your partner while they’re penetrating you from behind to rebuild intimacy and reaffirm your connection
Lube for couples is always a good idea

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