A study analyzes two decades of Australian news media to reveal how free-living and unrestrained dogs are framed primarily as threats to public safety and order — oversimplifying complex human–animal–environment interactions.
More Than a Nuisance: A Study on What News Coverage Gets Wrong About Free-Living Dogs 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 explores how allowing dogs on public transport — through policies from five global cities — can help promote more inclusive, sustainable urban mobility.
Paws on Board: A Study on What Global Cities Teach Us About Dogs and Public Transport Read More »
Prohibiting dogs on public transport in Sydney contributes to car dependency. A study reveals that attitudes toward dogs — more than transport factors — strongly influence public support for policy change and intended travel behavior.
Let the Dogs Ride: A Study on Public Attitudes Toward Dogs on Buses Read More »
A study examines how dog ownership contributes to car dependency in Sydney, arguing that allowing pets on transit could reduce car use and support broader public health and sustainability goals.
Driving the Dog: A Study on the Hidden Link Between Pets and Car Reliance 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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This study explores the long-term experiences of adopters of higher-risk shelter dogs, revealing that successful adoptions depend on trust-building, patience, and realistic expectations, and highlights the value of post-adoption support and storytelling to improve outcomes.
A study explores how adolescents’ identities as pet owners and their responsibilities in pet caregiving influence family dynamics, stress coping, and the human–animal bond, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Study Evaluates A Dog Population Management Initiative With Accessible Data Read More »
A study investigating the link between dogs and young children’s well-being revealed that preschool-aged children in dog-owning families exhibited enhanced social-emotional development, particularly noting a positive association with regular play or walks with their dog.
Pawsitive Parenting: What Science Says About Dogs and Young Children’s Well-Being Read More »
A study examines the Dogs Connect model as a framework for integrating wellbeing dogs into educational and social settings, emphasizing a dog-centered approach to animal-assisted education.