Factors Affecting the Formation of a Canine-Human Bond
Linda C. Marston, Pauleen C. Bennett, and Grahame J. Coleman
Conference Proceedings, 4th International Working Dog Breeding Association, Melbourne, Australia, Vol. 4, pp. 132-138, 2005
Abstract
An experiment with adult shelter dogs found that brief massage-type stroking sessions produced calmer dogs and stronger typical attachment behaviors than rewards-based obedience training or other interventions.