This answer just shows that you need to update your knowledge about dog training and behaviour.
The release of dopamine in dogs during play, petting, or training reinforces positive behaviors. This reward mechanism helps dogs associate humans with safety, affection, and happiness, leading to better-behaved, more trusting pets. Over time, these interactions can create new neural pathways in a dog’s brain, reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of well-being.
Two key players in this process are the neurotransmitters dopamine and oxytocin, which are central to reward-motivated behavior and social bonding, respectively.
And ignoring your dog, when he shows affection, will have the exact opposite effect
https://dunedinamc.com/community/human-dog-relationships/ https://www.apeacefulpack.com/post/understanding-the-neurobiology-behind-dog-behavior-and-emotion-the-role-of-dopamine-and-oxytocin
What a dumb answer. Would you say the same when there's new scientific evidence about cancer treatment?
But ok, you refuse to learn so I'm gonna stop arguing with you