Non-invasive canine electroencephalography (EEG): a systematic review

Area of Science:

• Canine Cognitive Neuroscience
• Neuroimaging Techniques
• Animal Cognition Research

Background:

• Canine cognitive neuroscience investigates dog brain functions using tools like electroencephalography (EEG) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI).
• Non-invasive EEG has emerged as a key technology, offering real-time, portable insights into canine cognitive processes over the last decade.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically review non-invasive canine EEG studies (N=22) to systematize knowledge and provide an overview of methods and findings.
• To identify emerging trends and propose future research directions in canine EEG studies.
• To underscore the advantages of EEG for canine neuroimaging and its potential applications.

Main Methods:

• Systematic literature review of 22 non-invasive canine electroencephalography studies.
• Dissection of study designs, technical setups, and data analysis frameworks.
• Identification and analysis of emerging trends in the field.

Main Results:

• The review dissects the makeup, technical setup, and analysis frameworks of 22 canine EEG studies.
• Emerging trends in canine cognitive neuroscience using EEG were identified.
• The study highlights the advances and advantages of EEG-based canine cognitive neuroscience.

Conclusions:

• Non-invasive EEG offers accessible neuroimaging for understanding canine cognition.
• Standardization of data structures and integration of predictive modeling are proposed for future development.
• EEG-based canine neuroscience has significant potential for fundamental science and practical applications involving dogs.