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New findings have revealed that watching, feeling and touching pooches boosts neurons in the area of the brain that regulates emotional interactions in a way that petting a cuddly toy couldn't.
It is hoped that the research conducted at the University of Basel in Switzerland can improve treatments in animal-assisted clinical therapy for human beings.
Researcher Rahel Marti said: "They are clinically relevant for patients with defects in motivation, attention and socio-emotional functioning.
"Integrating animals into therapeutic interventions might therefore be a promising approach for improving emotional involvement and attention."
Meanwhile, another study has shown that pets were a huge benefit for people's mental health during the coronavirus pandemic.
A survey conducted by the University of York found that almost 90 per cent of owners said that their animals had helped them cope better emotionally during the lockdown.....
Woof Woof  ....well done pooches  |
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"My neighbour can't walk his dog anymore. I am thinking about offering. It's about 2 but has not been trained though. So I am not sure..
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If the dog isn't aggressive then go for it...you may be able to help train it, it will get you out and about too, maybe he can pay and you take it to a training class?  I have a 6 month Jack Russel puppy...got her at 8 weeks...she's ace and love going for walks with her |
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"My neighbour can't walk his dog anymore. I am thinking about offering. It's about 2 but has not been trained though. So I am not sure..
If the dog isn't aggressive then go for it...you may be able to help train it, it will get you out and about too, maybe he can pay and you take it to a training class? I have a 6 month Jack Russel puppy...got her at 8 weeks...she's ace and love going for walks with her "
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"New findings have revealed that watching, feeling and touching pooches boosts neurons in the area of the brain that regulates emotional interactions in a way that petting a cuddly toy couldn't.
It is hoped that the research conducted at the University of Basel in Switzerland can improve treatments in animal-assisted clinical therapy for human beings.
Researcher Rahel Marti said: "They are clinically relevant for patients with defects in motivation, attention and socio-emotional functioning.
"Integrating animals into therapeutic interventions might therefore be a promising approach for improving emotional involvement and attention."
Meanwhile, another study has shown that pets were a huge benefit for people's mental health during the coronavirus pandemic.
A survey conducted by the University of York found that almost 90 per cent of owners said that their animals had helped them cope better emotionally during the lockdown.....
Woof Woof ....well done pooches "
I had my Golden Retriever trained to be a therapy pet and he went to work with my ex partner often to be with the adults with special needs he cared for. I now take my cockapoo into the dementia unit where I work. It is amazing the effect dogs can have. |
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"My neighbour can't walk his dog anymore. I am thinking about offering. It's about 2 but has not been trained though. So I am not sure..
If the dog isn't aggressive then go for it...you may be able to help train it, it will get you out and about too, maybe he can pay and you take it to a training class? I have a 6 month Jack Russel puppy...got her at 8 weeks...she's ace and love going for walks with her
Ooooh, Jack Russells "
Your fave' breed then like me? hahaha...proper little characters |
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"My neighbour can't walk his dog anymore. I am thinking about offering. It's about 2 but has not been trained though. So I am not sure..
If the dog isn't aggressive then go for it...you may be able to help train it, it will get you out and about too, maybe he can pay and you take it to a training class? I have a 6 month Jack Russel puppy...got her at 8 weeks...she's ace and love going for walks with her
Ooooh, Jack Russells
Your fave' breed then like me? hahaha...proper little characters "
I have had four in the past. Lively little characters, yes  |
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"My neighbour can't walk his dog anymore. I am thinking about offering. It's about 2 but has not been trained though. So I am not sure..
If the dog isn't aggressive then go for it...you may be able to help train it, it will get you out and about too, maybe he can pay and you take it to a training class? I have a 6 month Jack Russel puppy...got her at 8 weeks...she's ace and love going for walks with her
Ooooh, Jack Russells
Your fave' breed then like me? hahaha...proper little characters
I have had four in the past. Lively little characters, yes "
My last dog was half Jack Russel...this one is full..very lively, very strong willed little madam and soooo cute even when she's been naughty  hahaha!! |
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Whilst the research is interesting (for humans at least), I hope it is tempered with research and animal behavioural studies that show canines generally do not enjoy the interaction in the other direction.
Dogs, in general, do not like being hugged/touched. It's unnatural to them.
Those that do accept it have been conditioned to do so, and tolerate it for a number of reasons.
1. To reject would be seen as dominant. That's a mighty move to make for a dog.
2. They've had treats when they've allowed it in the past, so the tolerance is in expectation of a reward (conditioned behaviour).
3. And yes, they are that bonkers floofball who doesn't give a monkeys. However even then, this is learned behaviour.
I would hope the research qualifies that whilst humans may benefit from the interaction, the needs of the dogs should be considered too. |
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This is hardly new science. The world has known how beneficial pets are for years. Silly Swiss cheeses.
Our chocolate lab died during lockdown. Thanks for bringing up painful memories. |
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