

Discover more from Roberto Barata | Human-Animal Science
Last update: April 2019.
How to cite: Barata, R. (2012). Dominance in Dogs: A Comprehensive Scientific Compilation. Human-Animal Science.
We are presented with a vast realm of knowledge to explore in both the physical and virtual worlds. However, at times, it can be challenging to obtain reliable evidence and factual information on specific subjects.
It is crucial to utilize scientific models impartially without allowing our moral beliefs to influence our findings. By defining terms and concepts, we can become responsible professionals, distinguishing science from famous myths and allegories and gaining respect for all species, each communicating differently.
I have compiled a set of subject matters and research studies from reputable sources on animal behavior, which I will update as needed. These articles aim to assist you in developing an educated opinion on the topic.
I encourage you to dedicate some time to reading the references provided and building a reliable scientific foundation that will allow you to engage in meaningful discussions.
Please click on the articles to read them.
Articles
Dominance and aggressiveness – Critical reasoning. Article by Dr. Roger Abrantes.
Canine Ethogram—Social and Agonistic Behavior, by Dr. Roger Abrantes.
Canine Etogram-Social and Agonistic Behavior. Article by Dr. Roger Abrantes.
Study the ontogeny of social play and agonistic behavior in selected canid species.
Study with quantitative analysis of dominance in domestic dogs.
Study about Age-graded dominance hierarchies and social tolerance in packs of free-ranging dogs.
Use wrong wolf generation time in assessments of domestic dog and human evolution.
Dr. Mech: Alpha Status, Dominance, and Division of Labor in Wolf Packs.
Recommended Reading
Abrantes, R. (1997). The Evolution of Canine Social Behavior. Wakan Tanka Publishers.
Abrantes, R. (1997). Dog Language. Wakan Tanka Publishers
Coppinger, R. and Coppinger, L. (2001). Dogs: a Startling New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution. Scribner.
Eaton, Barry. (2002). Dominance in Dogs: Fact or Fiction? Dogwise.
McFarland, D. (1998). Animal Behaviour. Benjamin Cummings. 3rd ed.
McFarland, D. (2006). A Dictionary of Animal Behaviour. Oxford University Press
Székely, T. (2010). Social Behaviour, Genes, Ecology, and Evolution. Cambridge University Press.
Watson, J.C., Arp, Robert. (2015). Critical Thinking—an introduction to reasoning well. Bloomsbury Academic.