Dog Psychology Library

Understand how dogs think, learn, feel, and form associations through clear, practical canine psychology explanations.

5 terms found

Thinking

Sensitization

An increased response after repeated or intense exposure, especially when the experience is stressful.

Fearful BehaviorReactivityAvoidance

Learning

Shaping teaches a behavior by reinforcing small, achievable steps that gradually move toward the final goal.

AvoidanceFearfulness

Relationships

Learning by observing or interacting with people, dogs, or other animals.

AvoidanceSeparation DistressFearful Behavior

Motivation

The value a dog places on attention, touch, play, proximity, or interaction with people or other dogs.

JumpingDemand BarkingPlay Bow

Emotions

The body and brain’s response to physical, emotional, or environmental demands.

ReactivityFearful BehaviorAvoidance