Find Your Tribe

Don’t bark up the wrong tree, pick the pooch which perfectly suits your personality.

- Anshika Seth

No wonder dogs are man’s best friend. Responding to the affection displayed by their owners, dogs have made an integral space for themselves in our families. The increasing number of dog parks and pet-friendly hotels validate this. Research shows that your canine companion acts more like a human they tend to spend their time with. Did you know that the tricks you teach your furry friend apparently results in it morphing more like you? Pets are a medium through which owners make a statement. They are a true reflection of the choices they make, their likes and dislikes and the image they want to portray to the rest of the world.

According to a research paper published in the Journal of Research in Personality, dog’s personality mirrors the personality of the owner. Each dog reflects a unique personality, which carries the potential to change with the passage of time just like humans. Dr Nicholas Dodman, the cofounder of Centre for Canine Behaviour Studies, UK says, “Dogs do learn from their owners and can gain confidence from confident owners. They can also pick up on owner’s fears and become anxious in different situations.”