In 2016, we started a research project with free-ranging dogs in Morocco. We are interested in learning more about the behaviour, cognition and ecology of these dogs, not living under direct human control.
Moreover, we are comparing social and physical cognitive abilities of free-ranging dogs with those of pet dogs and WSC dogs. The comparison of such a wide range of dog populations with different levels of human socialization experience will allow us to substantially advance our understanding of the role socialization plays in affecting dogs’ cognitive skills. Please visit the website for more information: Vetmeduni webpage
Current projects:
- Social learning strategies in free-ranging dogs
- Testing the Domestication Syndrome hypothesis in free-ranging domestic dogs
Former projects:
- The effect of human socialization on problem solving abilities of canines: are dogs socially more dependent than wolves?
Domestication Lab 