Scientifically Proven: Dogs Like Reggae Music

A new study finds that dogs respond more favorably to reggae and soft rock music than to other genres.

Introduction

It’s a scientific fact: dogs like reggae music. A recent study published in the journal Applied Animal Behaviour Science found that when Dogs were played reggae and soft rock, they displayed more relaxation than when they heard heavy metal or other jarring, aggressive genres.

What the study found

A recent study has found that dogs react more positively to reggae music than any other type of music. The study, conducted by the University of Glasgow, found that dogs showed signs of relaxation when reggae was played, and they became more stressed when heavy metal music was played.

How the study was conducted

In order to investigate whether dogs showed a preference for music, the study authors played a selection of sounds for a group of 34 dogs of various breeds, ages and sizes. The sounds included songs by American pop singer Justin Bieber, heavy metal band Metallica, and reggae musician Bob Marley, as well as classical composers such as Mozart.

The dogs were then monitored for changes in heart rate and behaviors such as tail wagging, yawning, licking and barking. The research team also took into account whether the dogs had any prior exposure to the music being played.

What the study revealed

The study found that the dogs showed a significant increase in relaxation when reggae and soft rock were played, compared to when no music was played or when heavy metal was played. The dogs also showed a decrease in heart rate when the reggae and soft rock were played.

Why dogs like reggae music

Dogs have been found to enjoy all sorts of music, from pop to country to classical, but a new study has found that they seem to have a particular affinity for reggae. Researchers believe that the combination of a slow tempo and the soothing tones of reggae may be particularly calming for dogs.

The science behind it

It turns out that the beat of reggae music is similar to a dog’s heartbeat, which creates a sense of calm and relaxation. The slow, steady beat also makes it easy for dogs to follow along and feel like they’re part of the music.

Reggae music has also been found to be effective in reducing anxiety in dogs. One study showed that when anxious dogs were played reggae, they became more relaxed and their heart rates slowed down. The study also found that the dogs who listened to reggae had lower levels of stress hormones in their blood than the dogs who didn’t listen to music at all.

So if you’re looking for a way to calm your dog (or yourself), turn on some reggae and relax. Your dog will thank you for it!

What it means for dog owners

Reggae music seems to be the tunes of choice for our canine friends, according to a new study.

Dogs in the study showed a positive reaction to reggae and soft rock, while showing a decreased response to heavy metal and other jarring genres, researchers found.

The scientists believe that the dogs’ reactions are linked to changes in their heart rate and stress levels.

Researchers played a variety of music genres for dogs in shelters, including classical, rock, punk, reggae and Motown, while monitoring their heart rates and behaviors. The team also took saliva samples to measure stress hormone levels.

They found that the dogs’ heart rates increased when exposed to heavy metal and other jarring music genres but decreased when they heard reggae and soft rock. The dogs also displayed less stress hormone when they heard reggae.

Conclusion

Based on the study’s findings, it seems that certain types of music can indeed have an affect on a dog’s mood. And while reggae and soft rock proved to be the most calming for the dogs in the study, it’s important to remember that every dog is different. Some may prefer other genres of music, or maybe no music at all. The best way to figure out what works for your pup is to experiment with different types of tunes and see how they respond.