The human-dog bond is a special relationship. There’s significant research supporting the idea that dogs genuinely love their owners. In fact, one MRI study found that dogs associate their owner’s scent with pleasure. The hormone oxytocin, or “the love chemical,” is released in dogs’ brains during positive social interactions with their humans.

Dogs convey their affection in many ways. In this video, we'll explore 35 different ways dogs show love to their humans.