Stress 'sweet spot' differs for mellow vs. hyper dogs
Tuesday, July 21, 2015 - 20:20
in Psychology & Sociology
People aren't the only ones who perform better on tests or athletic events when they are just a little bit nervous -- dogs do too. But in dogs as in people, the right amount of stress depends on disposition. A new study finds that a little extra stress and stimulation makes hyper dogs crack under pressure but gives mellow dogs an edge.