研究發現：99%的狗狗都有行為問題！
- Jessie Chen
- 7月29日
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已更新：8月15日
根據2025年4月，德州農工大學獸醫學院和生物醫學科學學院（VMBS）的研究發現：99.12% 的美國狗狗有至少一種「中度至嚴重」的行為問題，包括分離焦慮、攻擊性、恐懼等，其中最常見的是分離焦慮與依附行為 (85.9%)。
這項研究發表在《獸醫行為學雜誌》上，並且使用了來自美國參與「犬隻老化計畫」的43,517隻狗狗的數據，這些狗狗的品種、年齡、性別、體型和地點都各不相同。
這些問題表現出來的行為包括：容易煩躁不安、來回踱步、在屋子裡緊跟在飼主身邊和行動、坐在飼主附近、試圖想往外跑，和獨處時的吠叫、啃咬物品。這項結果顯示，如果飼主在場，則狗狗情緒問題會減輕，可以對其行為產生極重要的影響。
不過根據倫敦林肯大學動物行為專家研究：不應將「分離焦慮」視為單一問題與因素來診斷，而是與狗對感官刺激、無聊、挫折等多重因素產生的各種挫敗感有關。他們研究來自100多個品種的2700多隻狗狗的數據，發現狗與飼主分離時，有四種主要的痛苦表現方式，包括：想往屋外跑、想接觸戶外某物、對外部聲音或事件做出反應以及感到無聊。
另外，今年5月發表在《科學報告》的一項新研究發現：飼主的工作壓力會影響家裡的狗狗。
這項由 Tanya Mitropoulos 和 Allison Andrukonis 領導，對 85名工作犬主人進行調查的研究表明，當飼主下班後仍沉湎於工作時，寵物會表現出更多的壓力跡象。
研究發現，工作壓力較大的主人，狗狗也會表現出更多與壓力相關的行為。但令人難過的是，飼主們似乎無法意識到家裡的狗狗有壓力問題。甚至當飼主過於專注工作時，狗狗可能會變得容易沒有耐心、疏遠，或放棄固定習慣去散步和餵食等日常活動。
這些研究都證明狗狗的行為與情緒調節是多面向整合的成果，不僅與飼主情緒、人犬互動密切相關，也與餵食營養、環境等深度結合。
飼主應該如何改善狗狗行為問題?
今年7月最新發表在 Nature 期刊，關於「飼主與狗狗同步共情提升心理效益」的實驗數據顯示：飼主如果在狗狗身邊練習「正念（mindfulness）冥想」，則可以顯著提升人的幸福感，同時有助情緒穩定與生活滿意度。
正念是指全心全意地專注在當下，覺察自己身體的感覺，到整個環境的變化。這是每個人與生俱來的能力，可以幫助我們找回初心與專注力。而這種心態可以透過和狗狗的存在來激活，這在動物輔助療法中，也能看見對自閉症兒童極有助益。
除此之外，由於狗狗的天性適合群體生活，因此規律的活動、社交陪伴、嗅聞、正確餵食也很重要。飼主可以善用「正向制約」方式互動及訓練，重視獎勵，更多安撫或按摩給予安定感。
對於很多我們人習以為常的事，對毛孩來說可能是很敏感，容易造成焦慮與緊張的。例如：初見的人或其他毛孩的來臨造訪、外出散步的地面材質的不同、搭乘各種運輸或交通工具的顛頗、生活或環境的改變、送到親友家庭或旅館寄宿、用手跟毛孩玩等。
所以首先飼主要學會看懂牠的求救信號，明白毛孩出現哪些動作，有可能是因為無法紓壓而產生的行為、症狀。唯有你真正學會和毛孩相處，牠才能更好的融入家庭關係與生活，避免未來疾病及更大問題的發生。
當然，如果你真的無法兼顧工作與生活的時候，建議也要找訓練有素的人員到府協助，而不是只考慮簡單、就近找一個「工具人」的方式，解決餵食、清理貓砂的基本需求，更不要只用養寵經驗來衡量專業及能力。
不要忽視找錯人，不只會加重毛孩的不安與焦慮，甚至可能造成傷害及遺憾。只用「養寵年資」就認為對方的觀念、方式一定正確，也是許多飼主常犯的迷思。應該要從是否有接受完整、長期的實務訓練、通過嚴謹的證照考試，及周全的紀錄回報，完善的平台或總部支援等，各項條件來評估，才能真正滿足你和毛孩的需求，幫助毛孩減敏，體驗超乎預期的服務及感受。
本文資料來源：[modernsciences.org]；[thefarmersdog.com]；[New York Post]
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Research finds: 99% of dogs have behavioral problems!
The study, published in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, used data from 43,517 dogs of varying breed, age, sex, size and location who participated in the Canine Aging Project in the United States.
These problematic behaviors include: being easily agitated, pacing, following and moving around the owner, sitting near the owner, trying to escape, and barking and chewing when left alone. This result shows that the presence of the owner can reduce the dog's emotional problems and can have a significant impact on its behavior.
However, according to research by animal behavior experts at the University of Lincoln in London, separation anxiety shouldn't be diagnosed as a single issue or factor, but rather is related to a variety of frustrations caused by multiple factors, including sensory stimulation, boredom, and frustration. They studied data from over 2,700 dogs from over 100 breeds and found four main ways dogs express distress when separated from their owners: wanting to run outside, wanting to touch something outdoors, reacting to external sounds or events, and feeling bored.
In addition, a new study published in Scientific Reports in May this year found that owners' work stress can affect their dogs at home.
The study, led by Tanya Mitropoulos and Allison Andrukonis, of 85 working dog owners, showed that pets showed more signs of stress when their owners were still immersed in work after get off work.
Studies have found that dogs with more stressful work lives tend to exhibit more stress-related behaviors. Sadly, owners often seem unaware of stress issues in their dogs. Even when their owners are overly focused on work, their dogs may become impatient, withdrawn, or forgo regular routines like walks and feedings.
These studies have proven that a dog's behavior and emotional regulation are the result of multi-faceted integration. They are not only closely related to the owner's emotions and human-dog interactions, but are also deeply integrated with feeding nutrition, environment, etc.
How can owners improve their dog's behavioral problems?
The latest experimental data published in the journal Nature in July this year on "Synchronous empathy between owners and dogs to enhance psychological benefits" shows that if owners practice "mindfulness meditation" around their dogs, it can significantly improve their sense of happiness, while also helping to stabilize their emotions and increase their life satisfaction.
Mindfulness involves fully focusing on the present moment, being aware of everything from your body's sensations to your surroundings. It's an innate ability that helps us regain our original focus and focus. This mindset can be activated through the presence of dogs, and has been shown to be extremely beneficial for children with autism in animal-assisted therapy.
Additionally, since dogs are naturally suited to group living, regular activity, social companionship, sniffing, and proper feeding are also crucial. Owners can utilize positive conditioning for interaction and training, prioritizing rewards and providing more comfort or massage to provide a sense of security.
Many things that we take for granted can be very sensitive to pets, easily causing them anxiety and stress. Examples include: meeting new people or other pets, encountering different surfaces when walking, the roughness of various transportation options, changes in living conditions or surroundings, sending pets to stay with friends or family, or simply playing with them.
Therefore, first and foremost, pet owners must learn to interpret their distress signals and understand which actions their pets display, potentially indicating symptoms of stress. Only by truly learning to get along with your pet can it better integrate into family relationships and life, preventing future illnesses and larger problems.
Of course, if you really can't balance work and life, it is recommended to find a well-trained person to assist you at home, rather than just considering the simple method of finding a "tool person" nearby to solve the basic needs of feeding and cleaning the cat litter. Don't just use pet-raising experience to measure professionalism and ability.
Don't overlook the possibility of choosing the wrong person. This will not only exacerbate your pet's anxiety and restlessness, but may even lead to harm and regret. Many pet owners often mistakenly assume that someone's perspectives and methods are correct simply based on their years of experience. You should evaluate a person based on comprehensive, long-term practical training, rigorous certification exams, comprehensive reporting, and a robust platform or headquarters support. Only then can they truly meet the needs of you and your pet, help them desensitize themselves, and provide them with exceptional service and experience.
Sources: modernsciences.org; thefarmersdog.com; New York Post
Written by the editorial department of p’adore Today
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