19/11/2025
*A-hem….. “Normal” dogs.
Dogs can actually feel your love through the sound of your voice
There is something magical about the way your dog tilts its head when you talk to them in that soft, silly voice. It turns out this moment is not just cute. MRI studies show that dogs light up with joy when their owners use baby talk. Their brains respond more strongly to your warm tone than to any normal command or neutral voice.
Think about that. Your voice alone can activate the emotional centers in your dog’s brain. It feels like a bridge between two species built on nothing but trust and love. Your dog is not just hearing noise. They are feeling you. Your excitement. Your affection. Your bond.
Scientists say this reaction is similar to how babies respond to gentle, high pitched speech. It helps them feel safe and connected. For dogs, it works the same way. Your baby talk tells them they matter and that you are their person.
So the next time you catch yourself speaking in that sweet, embarrassing voice, remember this. Your dog is not judging you. They are soaking up every second of it. To them, your voice is home.
