A US K9 officer has been snapped licking his partner’s face while they were trying to pose for an official photo.

A series of photos of chocolate Labrador Kenobi sitting with Indiana DNR Law Enforcement officer Levi Knach were posted to the department’s official Facebook page earlier this week.

They show the dog snuggling against Mr Knach and licking his cheek while the officer struggles to keep a straight face.

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“Levi and Kenobi make a great team and enforce the law with a vengeance,” the post reads, before welcoming invitations for the pair to appear at local events.

The post has since received hundreds of reactions.

Facebook users have celebrated the photo for revealing the gentler side of law enforcement, praising both officers for their service to the community.