The Canine Conundrum: What Dogs' Emotional Intelligence Means for Human Relationships A recent study at Austria's University of Vienna has shed new light on the biology behind dogs' ability to discern human emotions.
Researchers used fMRI scans to map the neural activity in canine brains as they process emotional cues, providing a level of insight that was previously unattainable.
The study found that certain breeds, such as border collies, exhibit a greater capacity for interpreting human emotions than others.