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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lauren Powell, Brittany Lee, Chelsea L. Reinhard, Margaret Morris, Donya Satriale, James Serpell, Brittany Watson
Summary: Most dog adopters are satisfied with dog ownership, but some adopted dogs are returned to shelters, causing stress for both the owner and the dog. This study found that owners who returned their dogs had higher expectations for their dog's health, behavior, and the human-dog bond. There were no differences in expectations for ownership responsibilities and challenges between returning and non-returning owners. Additionally, two-thirds of owners experienced behavioral problems following adoption, but these problems decreased over time.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lauren E. Samet, Helen Vaterlaws-Whiteside, Naomi D. Harvey, Melissa M. Upjohn, Rachel A. Casey
Summary: This study reviewed the measurement of the human-dog bond through questionnaires and found a lack of questions related to the dog's investment in said bond. In order to rectify this, twelve semi-structured interviews were conducted with dog guardians to investigate their views on how their dogs showed that they shared a bond. The themes that emerged provide a foundation for designing new questions that better represent a dog's investment in the bond.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Cori Bussolari, Jennifer Currin-McCulloch, Wendy Packman, Lori Kogan, Phyllis Erdman
Summary: The qualitative study examined how Covid-19 restrictions impacted dog owners' relationships with their pets. Results showed that dog ownership during the pandemic helped reduce isolation and loneliness, and supported mental/physical health. The pandemic has negatively affected global psychological well-being, highlighting the importance of social connectedness for human survival and well-being.
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Behavioral Sciences
Lisa A. Williams
Summary: This article explores the concepts of health and happiness, and how related theories can be applied in the field of animal welfare. By examining the three aspects of human wellbeing, it suggests potential new avenues for extending these approaches to the realm of animal welfare.
NEUROSCIENCE AND BIOBEHAVIORAL REVIEWS
(2021)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ashley Taeckens, Mary Corcoran, Kaipeng Wang, Kevin N. Morris
Summary: This scoping review aimed to compile outcomes associated with human-animal interaction studies on adults aged 50 and older, considering a multidimensional perspective of frailty. Despite efforts to include a broad range of studies, only four articles met the inclusion criteria. The thematic analysis revealed that dog ownership can be a protective factor for frailty, pet ownership has interconnected health effects, and owning pets can enhance meaning and purpose in life. Further research is needed to understand how human-animal interactions may moderate frailty comprehensively and to determine the efficacy and appropriateness of these interactions or interventions in older adult populations and across different cultures.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Katherine E. Littlewood, Morgan V. Heslop, Mia L. Cobb
Summary: Animal welfare refers to the experiences animals have in their lives, which are subjective and cannot be directly measured. Welfare indicators are used to infer mental experiences, and the Five Domains Model is a framework for assessing animal welfare. Agency is a concept that bridges the gap between positivism and affective welfare discussions, representing the capacity for animals to engage in voluntary, self-generated, and goal-directed behavior. The Behavioral Interactions domain of the Five Domains Model can be used to evaluate competence-building agency and positive welfare in animals.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Lauren Powell, Deborah L. Duffy, Katherine A. Kruger, Brittany Watson, James A. Serpell
Summary: The study found that relinquishing owners had a high rate of denial when directly asked about behavior issues with their dog but their dogs scored higher on most behavior assessment scales, indicating more undesirable behaviors. Relinquishing owners' reports were not influenced by confidentiality, suggesting their lack of understanding of dog behavior may be a factor.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hongjun Ye, Siddharth Bhatt, Jonathan Deutsch, Rajneesh Suri
Summary: Globally, efforts are being made to reduce food waste, with upcycling being a remarkable new solution. Research suggests that human consumers may be willing to buy and consume upcycled food. This study provides the first assessment of acceptance of upcycled pet food by pet owners.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Bailey H. Eagan, Emilia Gordon, Alexandra Protopopova
Summary: The main reasons for dogs being relinquished to animal shelters include having too many dogs, housing issues, personal issues, financial issues, dog behavior, and guardian health. Over time, too many dogs and dog behavior have become primary reasons for relinquishment, while the proportion of dogs being relinquished due to financial problems has decreased.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
D. T. Tyler Flockhart, Andrew N. Rowan, John D. Boone
Summary: Dogs are one of the most common pets in Costa Rica, with approximately 76% of households owning at least one dog. The average number of dogs per household is about 1.4. The sterilization rate for homed dogs has increased significantly from 18% in 2003 to approximately 62% in 2020. Around 1.2% of owned dogs sleep on the street, and there are an estimated 27,208 owned dogs roaming the streets at night nationwide.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Claire S. E. Giraudet, Kai Liu, Alan G. McElligott, Mia Cobb
Summary: Personal wellbeing is influenced by childhood and adolescence experiences, including relationships with dogs. The bond between humans and dogs has a long history and is prevalent in households with children. Research on child-dog interactions has shown potential effects on the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of both species. However, there are also risks such as dog bites and pet bereavement. Further studies are needed to fully understand the impact of child-dog interactions.
Review
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Daniel Mota-Rojas, Chiara Mariti, Miriam Marcet-Rius, Karina Lezama-Garcia, Angelo Gazzano, Ismael Hernandez-Avalos, Patricia Mora-Medina, Adriana Dominguez-Oliva, Alexandra L. Whittaker
Summary: Dog fights are cruel and harmful events that have been banned in many countries. However, they are still legal in some regions. This article discusses the background of dog fighting and its impact on animal welfare. It analyzes the injuries and emotions experienced by the animals, as well as the role of breeders and handlers. The article also emphasizes the importance of educating people and training veterinarians to address welfare issues.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Rubina Mondal, Alexandra Protopopova, Anindita Bhadra
Summary: Free-ranging dogs (FRDs), the largest population of dogs worldwide, have become a conflict in the Global South due to urbanization and poor population management. This study investigates the behavior and human-animal bonds of adopted FRDs in India, revealing that FRDs can adapt to domestic life and make good pets.
APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Zenithson Ng, Taylor Chastain Griffin, Lindsey Braun
Summary: The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted access to human-animal interactions (HAI), requiring service and therapy animals to adjust to new environments, professionals to develop new strategies, and pet owners and veterinarians to adapt to new practices. Despite these challenges, recognition of the power of the human-animal bond (HAB) has grown, leading to new initiatives and recommendations for improving the welfare of both humans and animals. Future research and best practices will be crucial in bringing HAI to a wider audience.
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Kristel J. Scoresby, Elizabeth B. Strand, Zenithson Ng, Kathleen C. Brown, Charles Robert Stilz, Kristen Strobel, Cristina S. Barroso, Marcy Souza
Summary: This study reviewed recent literature on the relationship between pet ownership and mental health, finding significant variations in study populations and designs, making direct comparisons challenging. Results showed that the impact of pet ownership on mental health was variable and not wholly supportive of the benefits of pets on mental health. Future research should aim for more consistent methods across broader populations to provide a better understanding of the true relationship between pet ownership and mental health.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2021)
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Anesthesiology
Geoff P. Bostick, Cory Toth, Bruce D. Dick, Eloise C. J. Carr, Larry W. Stitt, Dwight E. Moulin
CLINICAL JOURNAL OF PAIN
(2015)
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Rehabilitation
Francine Toye, Kate Seers, Nick Allcock, Michelle Briggs, Eloise Carr, Karen Barker
DISABILITY AND REHABILITATION
(2016)
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Education, Scientific Disciplines
Louise Worswick, Christine Little, Kath Ryan, Eloise Carr
NURSE EDUCATION TODAY
(2015)
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Critical Care Medicine
Jenny D. Horch, Eloise C. J. Carr, Patricia Harasym, Lindsay Burnett, Jeff Biernaskie, Vincent Gabriel
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Nursing
Eloise C. J. Carr, Judy Watt-Watson, Michael McGillion, Anne Huizinga
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2016)
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Computer Science, Information Systems
Eloise C. J. Carr, Julie N. Babione, Deborah Marshall
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INFORMATICS
(2017)
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Rehabilitation
Matthew Fitzsimmons, Eloise Carr, Linda Woodhouse, Geoff P. Bostick
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Obstetrics & Gynecology
Meredith Brockway, Karen M. Benzies, Eloise Carr, Khalid Aziz
INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL
(2018)
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Environmental Sciences
Eloise C. J. Carr, Jean E. Wallace, Rianne Pater, Douglas P. Gross
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2019)
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Rheumatology
Eloise C. J. Carr, Mia M. Ortiz, Jatin N. Patel, Claire E. H. Barber, Steven Katz, Jill Robert, Dianne Mosher, Sylvia R. Teare, Jean Miller, Joanne Homik, Kelly Dinsmore, Deborah A. Marshall
JOURNAL OF RHEUMATOLOGY
(2020)
Review
Anthropology
Eloise C. J. Carr, Jill M. Norris, K. Hayden, Rianne Pater, Jean E. Wallace
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Lori R. Kogan, Jean E. Wallace, Peter W. Hellyer, Eloise C. J. Carr
Summary: This study aimed to understand dog guardians' experiences and perceptions of caring for aging dogs. The results found that the impact on guardians when caring for an aging dog is similar to caregivers of human family members. Caring for an aging dog is a complex dynamic with both positive and negative factors, offering an opportunity to deepen the human-animal bond and create positive, rewarding experiences and memories.
Review
Nursing
Eloise C. J. Carr
JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN NURSING
(2017)
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Clinical Neurology
Kayla J. Denness, Eloise C. J. Carr, Cydnee Seneviratne, Janice M. Rae
CANADIAN JOURNAL OF PAIN-REVUE CANADIENNE DE LA DOULEUR
(2017)