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Dog and cat affection response research
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Latest: Dog heart rate spikes, cat oxytocin release tied to owners' affectionate cues
A study released on 25 July 2026 examined where dogs prefer to be petted and found that gentle strokes on the base of the tail, lower back, belly, head, ears, chin, neck and sides trigger hormonal changes—oxytocin and do