Dogs showing separation-related behavior exhibit a 'pessimistic mood'

Monday, October 11, 2010 - 13:31 in Psychology & Sociology

Many dogs become distressed when left home alone, and they show it by barking, destroying things, or toileting indoors. Now, a new study suggests that this kind of separation anxiety occurs most often in dogs that also show "pessimistic"-like behavior.

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