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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Vishwam Sankaran

YOU WONT BELIEVE: Dog breed alone a poor indicator of canine behaviour study suggests | Mind Blowing Facts

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Breed alone is a poor predictor of individual dog behaviour, according to a new study that suggests that the trait should not be used to inform decisions relating to pet selection.

The findings, published in the journal Science, challenge current assumptions about dog breed stereotypes, including that pit bulls and rottweilers are more aggressive, while some breeds like golden retrievers are affectionate.

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