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Figarosmom

(10,645 posts)
Thu Feb 12, 2026, 04:40 PM 10 hrs ago

Dogs love their owners more than food and other dogs

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Scientific studies, particularly fMRI brain imaging from Emory University, show that most dogs value human praise and scent over food and other dogs. For many, social bonding and affection are stronger drivers than food, proving they are not solely driven by, or "Pawlovian," food-seeking behavior.
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Dogs love their owners more than food and other dogs (Original Post) Figarosmom 10 hrs ago OP
Chop enid602 10 hrs ago #1
Ha, yah Figarosmom 10 hrs ago #2
Tell that to my mutt, always an exception to the rule, at the dog park when it's time to leave. FadedMullet 9 hrs ago #3
The feeling is mutual JoseBalow 7 hrs ago #4
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