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There is plenty of evidence to show that people who like dogs are more likely to like other people, and are more socially interactive. So if you own a dog you are probably very good at establishing new human friendships.

Dogs certainly act as ice breakers for contact between humans. Take your dog for a walk and it is quite possible that a usually reserved neighbour or even a total stranger will stop and comment on its appearance or behaviour. Dogs also act as an important link between the young and the old.