Most people assume that life in a human home, with generous care and feeding, is the best possible situation for a dog. A landmark study argues that's just not the case.
We really enjoyed the cross-disciplinary discussions that were generated by the comparison between companion dogs and village dogs.: While it is a paper published in a science journal, we have tried to write it in an accessible and lively style so that it will be of interest to many of those outside academia who care about dog welfare. Also, we have made sure that is available via open access.
Most companion dogs are left completely alone every day while their humans are away for hours. In many cases, it results in separation-related problems, one of the most common behavioural problems in dogs, which can reduce welfare for both dog and owner. On the other hand, companion dogs, although social by nature, also have their social limitations. Not all dogs love to meet and closely interact with every unfamiliar dog they encounter on their walks, and many dogs don’t enjoy being hugged or kissed or patted on the head—especially not by unfamiliar people.
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