A study administered the first national survey of New Zealand’s companion animal rescue organisations, revealing the scale of their work, the challenges they face, and their support for improved funding, policy measures, and a national database to strengthen animal welfare efforts.
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Data and facts about the shelter dogs of New Zealand. Jump to: Animal Rescues Highlights Animal Rescues Jump to: Profile Study on Companion Animal Rescue Organisations in New Zealand External Link: Roseveare, C., & Gates, M. (2024). Characteristics and challenges of companion animal rescue organisations in New Zealand. New Zealand Veterinary Journal, 72(4), 225–235. https://doi.org/10.1080/00480169.2024.2344560
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A study explores how the end of a guide dog partnership affects handlers emotionally and functionally, revealing significant grief responses that highlights the need for better support during transitions.
The Hidden Grief: A Study on the Emotional Impact When a Guide Dog Partnership Ends Read More »
Data and facts on how dogs can help create a better community for humans. Jump to: Working Dogs Highlights Working Dogs Jump to: Working Dogs and Handlers | Public Perception of Service Dogs in Canada Working Dogs and Handlers Jump to: End of Partnership Handler’s Grief at the End of the Partnership External link: Lloyd J,
Offering Better Care: Statistics on Bettering Our Communities with Dogs Read More »
A study highlights that nearly half of New Zealand dog owners transport their dogs unsafely and view roaming dogs as road hazards.
Roaming Dogs and Car Rides: A Study on Dog-Associated Road Safety Issue Read More »
Data and facts on how dog welfare advocates can help design a more equitable environment for dogs. Jump to: Public Transport | Road Safety | Hygiene Highlights Public Transport Jump to: Dogs and Car Rides in Sydney, Australia | Support for Changing Pets on Public Transport Policy in Sydney Dogs and Car Rides in Sydney,
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Statistics on owner-dog relationship and the influencing factors. Jump to: By Country Highlights By Country Jump to: United Kingdom United Kingdom Jump to: Pandemic Puppies Owner-Dog Relationship of Pandemic Puppies 21 Months Onwards External link: Merritt BL, O’Neill DG, Brand CL, Belshaw Z, Dale FC, Pegram CL, et al. (2025) Lasting lockdown love? Problem behaviour and
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A study examined the attitudes of New Zealand pet owners’ attitudes towards dog and cat care practices, revealing high overall support for responsible pet ownership but highlighting demographic differences and knowledge gaps.
Statistics on how dog owners’ attitudes towards pet care. Jump to: By Country Highlights By Country Jump to: New Zealand Attitudes Towards Dog and Cat Care in New Zealand External link: Forrest R, Pearson M, Awawdeh L. Pet Owners’ Attitudes and Opinions towards Cat and Dog Care Practices in Aotearoa New Zealand. Veterinary Sciences. 2023; 10(10):606.
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A study investigates parents’ views on child-dog injuries, revealing that children in New Zealand experience significant physical and emotional harm from dogs in both public and private spaces.
Bridging the Gap: A Study on Understanding Parents’ Views on Child-Dog Injuries Read More »