Exploring the Domestication Syndrome Hypothesis in Dogs: Pigmentation Does Not Predict Cortisol Levels

Previous research has found connections between pigmentation, behavior, and the physiological stress response in both wild and domestic animals; however, to date, no extensive research has been devoted to answering these questions in domestic dogs. Modern dogs are exposed to a variety of stressors;...

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Main Authors: JoAnna M. Platzer, Lisa M. Gunter, Erica N. Feuerbacher
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-10-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/19/3095