Mission and Purpose
Dogs have evolved alongside humans for thousands of years and have become sensitive to the physical and physiological cues that we intentionally and unintentionally give off. Dogs have the ability to read human body language, analyze facial expressions, and smell changes in human pheromones; therefore, it makes perfect sense that understanding human behavior is just as important in understanding canine behavior during a human-canine interaction.
There is an abundant amount of conflicting information circulating on the internet about how to properly interact with dogs. Research articles proving the correct methods of interaction and how dogs interpret them are difficult for the general public to find. Websites, blogs, and forums offering advice to the public on how to approach dogs also lack scientific research, accreditation or approval by behaviorists and veterinarians.
This website is a compilation of research articles, behaviorist-approved techniques, and insight on how humans should properly approach dogs and how dogs analyze humans. The information provided pertains to dog owners, non-dog owners, and the completely inexperienced. With proper education about both the human and canine perspectives, dog bites, negative incidents, and companion relinquishment can be reduced. All sources referred to can be found on the "References and Resources" page.
There is an abundant amount of conflicting information circulating on the internet about how to properly interact with dogs. Research articles proving the correct methods of interaction and how dogs interpret them are difficult for the general public to find. Websites, blogs, and forums offering advice to the public on how to approach dogs also lack scientific research, accreditation or approval by behaviorists and veterinarians.
This website is a compilation of research articles, behaviorist-approved techniques, and insight on how humans should properly approach dogs and how dogs analyze humans. The information provided pertains to dog owners, non-dog owners, and the completely inexperienced. With proper education about both the human and canine perspectives, dog bites, negative incidents, and companion relinquishment can be reduced. All sources referred to can be found on the "References and Resources" page.