This article reviews recent research concerning dog–human relationships and how
attributes that arise from them can be measured. It highlights the influence of human …

In both popular media and scientific literature, it is commonly stated that breeds of dogs differ
behaviorally in substantial, consistent and predictable ways. Since the mid-twentieth …

Although considerable progress has been made in understanding the genetic basis of
morphologic traits (for example, body size and coat color) in dogs and wolves, the genetic …

Behaviour problems and anxieties in dogs decrease their quality of life and may lead to
relinquishment or euthanasia. Considering the large number of pet dogs and the …

Personality, or consistent individual differences in behavior, is well established in studies of
dogs. Such consistency implies predictability of behavior, but some recent research …

Problematic behaviours are severe welfare issues for one of the world's most popular pets,
the domestic dog. One of the most prevalent behavioural problem that causes distress to …

Background: Animal-assisted intervention (AAIs) represent an adequate expression of
integrated medicine, according to the One Health approach. We argue that AAIs are …

Aggressive behaviour is an unwanted and serious problem in pet dogs, negatively
influencing canine welfare, management and public acceptance. We aimed to identify …

Domestic dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) are versatile resources for humans due to a number
of their physical and behavioural characteristics. Because of dogs' olfactory acuity they have …

Modern dog breeding has given rise to more than 400 breeds differing both in morphology
and behaviour. Traditionally, kennel clubs have utilized an artificial category system based …