Latest Research on Dog Behavior and Training

Cognitive Abilities in Dogs – Why Our Canine Companions Are Smarter Than We Think

Intelligent, sensitive, and remarkably capable learners

Dogs, our loyal companions for thousands of years, hold a permanent place in our daily lives and in our hearts. They impress us with unwavering loyalty, social closeness, and affectionate nature. But dogs are far more than devoted companions. Modern behavioral science clearly shows that canine cognitive abilities are much more complex than long assumed.

Oxytocin in Dogs: How Real Love Between Humans and Dogs Develops

What Is Oxytocin – and Why Does It Matter in Dogs?

In the field of canine science, Professor Paul Zak from Claremont Graduate University (California) made a remarkable discovery:

The Neurology of Dog Behavior – How the Brain Affects Dog Training

A dog's behavior is not a random product, but the result of a complex interplay of neural, hormonal, and experience-based processes. Neuroscience – the study of the nervous system – has provided deep insights into the functioning of the canine brain over the past few decades. These findings are invaluable for modern dog training: they show how dogs learn, which emotions drive their behavior, and why certain training methods are more effective than others.

Epigenetics in Dogs: How Experiences Affect Their Genetic Makeup

Epigenetics is a fascinating area of biology that describes how environmental factors and individual experiences can influence gene activity without changing the DNA sequence itself. While classical genetics focuses on the "what" of genetic information, epigenetics asks "how": How is genetic information turned on or off? And how do experiences – such as stress, nutrition, or bonding – impact these processes?

Epigenetics also plays an increasingly important role in dog behavior research, breeding, health, and training.