Researchers at the University of Portsmouth are seeking participants for a study on the facial expressions of Labrador and golden retriever puppies at various developmental stages. Dog owners in the UK with puppies aged 10, 12, 14, or 16 weeks are invited to take part.
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Dr. Juliane Kaminski from the Dog Cognition Centre emphasized the importance of understanding how dogs' facial movements evolve as they age, noting the role of these expressions in canine communication. "Do they become more or less expressive with age?" she asked, highlighting the need for further research in this field.
Participants will be asked to film their puppies in different situations for one minute at a time, following specific guidelines from Dr. Kaminski. The study has been approved by the university's ethics committee, and all videos will be handled with care.