DW: THIS is why I do NOT bring my dog to work. Boss might get some craxy idea that I'm bored!
According to The Kennel Club, one way dogs show they care is by copying us when we yawn. It shows they understand and are even showing empathy for how we are feeling.
Dr. Brian Hare,Ā from Duke University's Canine Cognition Center, suggests that dogs who yawn in response to their owners, likely feel a stronger emotional connection to them. Research from the University of Tokyo also supports this, finding that dogs are more likely to yawn after their owners than after strangers, indicating an emotional bond.
Dog owners curious about their connection with their pets can try yawning in front of them to see if they respond similarly. This simple test has sparked interest online, with one Reddit user sharing, āI tried this tonight and my dog responded and yawned back."
Source:Ā Yahoo News