According to researchers, a dog’s gaze triggers release of oxytocin in owners. Oxytocin is refered to as the "Trust Hormone," or the "Hormone of love."
Researchers found "increases in the hormone level that were highly correlated to “the frequency of behavioral exchanges initiated by the dog’s gaze,” in the Dec. 14 issue of the research journal Hormones and Behavior. They concluded “interactions with dogs, especially those initiated by the dog’s gaze, can increase the urinary [oxytocin] concentrations of their owners as a manifestation of attachment behavior.” (World Science)
Other research has found that "having this hormone "available" during positive experiences, and not being depleted of it during negative experiences, is associated with well-being in relationships." From Oxytocin - the hormone of love.
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