A recent study reveals that dog owners often perceive their bond with dogs as more fulfilling than with most human relationships. Conducted by researchers from Eotvos Lorand University, over 700 dog owners rated their relationship with their dogs alongside key human relationships—children, romantic partners, relatives, and best friends. Results show that owner-dog dynamics closely resemble parent-child relationships, offering emotional support while lacking the negative aspects typically found in human friendships. Thus, owners frequently report higher satisfaction levels with dogs than any human counterpart, except for their children.
A study shows that dog owners find their relationship with their pets more satisfying than most human relationships, highlighting the absence of negative interactions.
Researchers found that the human-dog bond is characterized by a mix of child-parent and best friend relationships, fostering unique emotional support.
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