Questions tagged [dominance hierarchies]
How do dogs contribute to the study of animal dominance hierarchies?
Category: Dog-Related Science and Research
Dogs have been instrumental in the study of animal dominance hierarchies due to their social structure, trainability, and the extensive research conducted on their behavior. Dominance hierarchies are systems of social organization in which individuals within a group establish a ranking system, often...
What are the signs that your dog is trying to establish dominance?
Category: Human Interaction
Dogs are social animals with a natural inclination to form hierarchies, often referred to as dominance hierarchies, within their packs. While the concept of dominance in dogs has been debated among experts, certain behaviors can indicate that a dog is attempting to assert itself in a way that might ...