Why Do We Love Dogs so Much? Monday Is National Dog Day

Monday, August 26, 2019
GoLocalPDX Lifestyle Team

Why do we love dogs so much?

It's undeniable the bond that we share with our furry best friends.

But why are we so inseparable? Humans domesticated dogs over 14,000 years ago. 

The relationship began as a mutual service agreement.

Dogs offered protection while humans offered food.

Because humans and dogs spent so many years evolving together, that bond gradually became more affectionate.

Petting a dog has been shown to decrease stress levels.

Dogs and people can even understand each others' languages. Today, the average dog-owner spends over $2,000 per year on food, toys, and veterinary care. But the love that dogs give us is truly priceless.