Only a dog owner will know the unconditional love that they and their pooch feel for one another. As soon as we hear their paws scurry to do the door to meet us after a long day's work, or when we feel their wet noses nuzzle into our face when we're feeling down - no one cheers us up like our dogs. When their big wide eyes look up at us, we can almost hear their thoughts and tend to imagine the day that they’ll eventually speak back to us. Until then, we can only wonder.
But is the feeling mutual? Do dogs love humans as much as we adore them? We’d assume so, given the excitement with which they invade our laps for a cuddle, but science can indeed confirm that the bond we feel is real!
As strange (and unromantic) as it sounds, dogs process the world through their noses. And their human owner’s smells are very unique to them. It has been proven that our pooches have the ability to distinguish and prioritise our scent from all of the other fascinating smells around them.
Our Popcorn for Dogs is the perfect human-grade treats for a cosy date night in this Valentine’s Day. Pick the movie and snuggle up on the sofa with your pooch.
It turns out that their human’s familiar smell makes dogs light up with joy inside. Research also shows that pups and their parents process emotional vocal sounds in similar ways. “Happy sounds” are detectable in both species, meaning that our dogs can pick up on our subtle mood changes. So, when they nestle in for a snuggle when you’re feeling a bit sad – it really is because they can sense you’re in need of some puppy love.
For those long romantic strolls, our Wild Deer Antler will provide hours of splinter-free chew time. Our Antlers are naturally-shed and are packed with nutrients and vitamins. Also part of the range, our Tuber Chews are 100% natural, untreated tree roots from a secret eco-sustainable source. And our Rope Toys actually polish and floss your dog’s teeth as they fray during playtime. Make your Valentine’s day walk a healthy and wholesome one.
What’s more, a long loving gaze between you and your dog has been shown to increase pooch’s oxytocin levels. That’s the happy hormone! However, this reaction doesn’t occur between dogs and strangers, but only during the mutual gaze of a pup and its caring owner. Meaning that the hound-human bond is real and just as strong for your dog as it is for you. In fact, the physiological effects are similar to those observed between a mother and their child.
For dog lovers, our Dog Loves Me Best mug is the only one that will do for curling up with your pup and a cuppa this Valentine’s Day, or as a birthday treat. 
As we’ve mentioned before, the love we feel for our beloved dogs has not only psychological but physical benefits on humans. From the release of “feel good” hormones like serotonin and oxytocin, to reduced stress and cholesterol levels. Dog owners are also less likely to suffer from depression and elderly owners even visit the doctors less!
For the ultimate gift to say “thank you” for all their unconditional love this up & coming Valentine’s Day, the Best in Show Dog Hamper is filled with human-grade treats for the perfect cosy date night in, or for playing while on a long romantic stroll. Our luxury toys and treats for dogs will leave them feeling loved. 
Now that puppy love has been proven, show us how much you and your dog love each other! Share a picture of you and your pooch to the social media channel of your choice and tag us in the picture @BestinShowuk