Comparison of behavioural tendencies between “dangerous dogs” and other domestic dog breeds–Evolutionary context and practical implications
Overview This 2022 study by Hammond et al. reinforces a growing body of evidence demonstrating that breed is not a reliable predictor of agonistic behavior toward people, that is, behaviors such as barking, growling, or biting. By combining two established behavioral assessment tools (the Dog Impulsivity Assessment Scale (DIAS) and the Positive and Negative Activation […]