President of the Russian Cynological Federation (RKF), Vladimir Golubev, said that the belief that a dog chooses an owner for itself is a myth, that an animal chooses its owner according to a series of signs and can change owners. DEA News.
“If all family members are actively involved in the process of raising and caring for a dog, if their behavior is consistent and understandable to the pet, they will listen to them and feel compassion for them,” said Golubev.
According to him, dogs will be able to quickly accept their new owner and gain his trust, in a situation where a person will be sensitive and attentive to the pet’s needs. Golubev also confirmed that dogs eventually forget their former owners, especially when they are not seen for a long time.
On the other hand, this does not apply to strong emotional bonds, including fear or, conversely, friendship with a person.
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