Artificially elevated oxytocin concentrations in pet dogs are associated with higher proximity-maintenance and gazing towards the owners

The relationship between dogs and their owners is characterized by an affective and enduring bond. It has been suggested that oxytocin might be the underlying mechanism driving this relationship, however evidence is mixed. In this study we tested whether intranasally administered oxytocin (compared...

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Main Authors: Marshall-Pescini, S. (Author), Pedretti, G. (Author), Range, F. (Author), Wirobski, G. (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier Inc. 2021
Subjects:
dog
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