06/09/2025
Telling your dog you love them makes a huge difference!
A study conducted by Canine Cottages explored how dogs physically respond to hearing affectionate words from their owners.
The researchers monitored the heart rates of four dogs and found that when the dogs heard their owners say "I love you," their heart rates increased by about 46 percent.
On average, the dogs' resting heart rates were around 67 beats per minute, but after hearing the phrase, they rose to about 98 beats per minute.
This sharp increase is seen as a sign of excitement and happiness, much like how people experience a racing heartbeat when feeling joy or affection.
Importantly, the study suggested that the rise in heart rate reflects positive emotions and a deep bond with their owners, rather than stress or fear.
