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436. Forget Everything You Know About Your Dog

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Understanding Canine Communication and Cognition

This chapter explores the howling behavior of dogs and its potential connection to their ancestral wolf traits, as well as their ability to empathize with human distress. It discusses the role of dog cognition research, highlighting the importance of understanding individual dog behaviors and challenging stereotypes about breed aggression. Additionally, it examines the complex relationship between dogs and their human owners, emphasizing the influence of environment and perception on canine behavior.

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