Dogs do take on characteristics of their owners.
The longer a dog is with their owner the more it becomes like it's owner as in the characteristics.
A recent study from researchers at the University of Pennsylvania suggests that owner personality may actually shape the results of behavioral training for their dogs.
The results suggest that—at least to some extent—our own traits may have some influence on the behavior of our four-legged friends.
Researchers at Michigan State University have discovered that dogs often take on the same personality traits as their owner.
The study revealed that dogs are like humans in that they have personalities that are shaped over time.
“When humans go through big changes in life, their personality traits can change.
A new study found that a person's choice in dog breed is indicative of their personality.
But it also has to fit in with your lifestyle, so if you're going to get a gun dog or a hound dog or pastoral dog you need to be an outdoors type person.”
Since dogs can change their favorite person after all.
Simultaneously, physical affection also solidifies the bond between a pet parent and their dog.
Offering them treats, massages, tummy rubs, grooming sessions but mainly love, they will likely seek out more.
Indeed, positive association is the key for their heart.