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Researchers analyze behavior of 47,000 U.S. dogs to track pandemic-era changes

Mixed-breed adult dog sitting in a suburban backyard under soft overcast light

A multi-year analysis by Virginia Tech and the University of Washington used owner reports from the Dog Aging Project to examine how routines during the pandemic might have affected dogs across the United States. Read On…

Analysis of 47,444 dogs maps behaviour, finds tiny and mixed‑breed dogs score higher for fear and aggression

Small mixed-breed dog under 20 pounds sitting in a Midwestern backyard at golden hour

A team led by Virginia Tech and the University of Washington used Dog Aging Project data on 47,444 dogs to chart behavioural patterns, finding mixed‑breed dogs and tiny dogs under 20 pounds showed higher fear and aggression scores while puppies were more excitable but less aggressive. Read On…