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Researchers have found that about 80 per cent of dogs show a preference for which front paw they use when reaching for things, controlling toys or stepping down stairs or kerbs.
Italy
Who
dog behaviour specialist Sarah Rutten, 3AW Breakfast hosts Ross and Russel, researchers
What
Researchers have found that about 80 per cent of dogs show a preference for which front paw they use when reaching for things, controlling toys or stepping down stairs or kerbs.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:15:24 GMT · 2h 6m ago
Where
Italy ·
Why
Recent research coming out of Italy has further backed up this claim of paw preference in dogs.
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How this affects you
This research reveals that a significant majority of dogs display a dominant paw, potentially influencing how owners understand and interact with their pets.
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