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Socialized Dogs: Exploring the Dog-Human Connection If you’re here it’s because you one of those real people who have wondered… Read More »Socialized Dogs
What is the Ethological Approach to Dog Training?
Recognizing and understanding dogs’ intrinsic behaviors, such as their pack mentality and need for social interaction, is vital for competence in relating to your dog.
This understanding helps in addressing behaviors like excessive barking or aggression, which may stem from social needs not being met.
EpiC Dog: A Comprehensive Canine Epigenetic Atlas
This browsable epigenetic atlas serves as a reference tool for future research endeavors related to the intricate world of dog genetics.
Review: A Photo Illustrated Handbook Barbara Handelman
This remarkable book is the undisputed bible of dog behavior analysis. It is lists every conceivable variety of behavior and… Read More »Review: A Photo Illustrated Handbook Barbara Handelman
Senior Dog Care
As your dog ages, we need to be on the lookout for new signs that need attention:
Senior Dog Care: Age and Physical Changes: Recognizing seniority from 6-8 years, with signs like joint stiffness, mobility issues, reduced energy, and sensory declines.
Decreased Activity and Playfulness: Older dogs often show less interest in active play and may tire more easily during walks or games.
Changes in Weight and Appetite: Fluctuations in weight, either gain or loss, and changes in appetite can be common in senior dogs.
Can Dogs Understand Language?
Understanding Animal Communication: From Chimpanzees to Dogs Starting from Descartes’ view, the belief was that language was a prominent characteristic… Read More »Can Dogs Understand Language?
Dogs and Emotional Alignment: Social Interactions
We at Socialized Dogs are interested in all aspects of dogs and their socialization. In this article we look at… Read More »Dogs and Emotional Alignment: Social Interactions
Dog Emotion, Human Emotion – Theories of Emotion
Why Do We Have Emotions? Since dogs are so receptive and responsive to human emotion and expression it is interesting… Read More »Dog Emotion, Human Emotion – Theories of Emotion
The Roles and History of Dogs
Journey through the domestication history of dogs and explore the variability in their behavior and the diversity of breeds. Learn about the roles dogs play in human activities, the differences between dog and wolf genetics, and key studies on dog behavior.
Dog Domestication
Domestication was a key player in scripting the modern behaviors observed in dogs today.