Pitying ‘puppy eyes’: are they really caused by humans in domestic dogs?

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When dogs look at their owners with big, sad and pitiful ‘puppy dog eyes,’ it’s easy to imagine that such an action is designed specifically to melt the heart and get some yummy treats. However, a new study presented in The Anatomical Record says that other canine species are just as capable of making ‘pitiful eyes’ as pets.