Gone to the Dogs

Animal Behavior

Why We Should Talk to Our Dogs More

Jen Golbeck, Ph.D. and Stacey Colino, M.S. on January 1, 2024

Talking to your dog is good for both of you in surprising ways.

Talking to your dog is good for both of you in surprising ways.

Beauty

Does Having a Dog Make You More Attractive?

Jen Golbeck, Ph.D. and Stacey Colino, M.S. on November 13, 2023

A growing body of research has revealed that many find dog people especially approachable and attractive, and often in surprising ways.

A growing body of research has revealed that many find dog people especially approachable and attractive, and often in surprising ways.

Mirror Neurons

Yawning Is Contagious Between Dogs and Humans

Jen Golbeck, Ph.D. and Stacey Colino, M.S. on November 10, 2023

The phenomenon of contagious yawning has a neurological basis and is tied to empathy. We can catch yawns from our dogs and they can catch them back, reflecting our close bond.

The phenomenon of contagious yawning has a neurological basis and is tied to empathy. We can catch yawns from our dogs and they can catch them back, reflecting our close bond.

Happiness

Why You Should Look at More Cute Dog Pictures

Jen Golbeck, Ph.D. and Stacey Colino, M.S. on November 2, 2023

Just a few minutes of looking at cute dog pictures online improves well-being, attention, and focus. It's not procrastination; it's a self-care break.

Just a few minutes of looking at cute dog pictures online improves well-being, attention, and focus. It's not procrastination; it's a self-care break.