Exploring the Science of Dog Welfare: Dive into a brief overview of academic research examining the welfare of dogs in various environments, including streets, shelters, and homes.
A study found that stronger child-dog attachment and more positive child-dog interactions were linked to fewer emotional and behavioral problems in children, suggesting that the quality of the child-dog relationship may play an important role in child development and animal welfare.
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A study assessed children’s and adults’ ability to recognize dog distress signals and the effectiveness of a brief intervention to improve their interpretation skills.
Following the implementation of a dog safety school program reaching 80% of Austrian primary school students yearly, a study observed reduced severity in related injuries, underscoring the value of widespread prevention initiatives.
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A study evaluated the effectiveness of a dog bite prevention program for preschool children and found it effective in improving their knowledge of safe dog interactions.
A study on early education for dog bite prevention found that a brief, 10-minute lesson significantly improved preschoolers’ ability to recognize and interpret dog behavior.
A study demonstrated that animal-assisted education resulted in enhanced relationships, a distinct bonding experience, and increased classroom inclusion.
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A study explored UK teachers’ perspectives on the benefits and challenges of Reading to Dogs (RTD) programs, revealing generally positive views — especially regarding social-emotional and motivational benefits for students.
UK Teachers Weigh In on the Benefits and Challenges of Reading to Dogs Programs Read More »
A study found that while offering free behaviour advice at the point of relinquishment request may help reduce some behaviour-related dog relinquishments, its effectiveness depends on the type of behavioural issue.
Behaviour-Related Dog Relinquishments: Do Owners Accept Free Behavioural Advice? Read More »
A study evaluated the effectiveness of a dog welfare education campaign, finding limited impact on awareness, behavior change, and help-seeking intentions.
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An exploratory study found that animal-assisted Education with dogs positively influenced elementary school students’ social-emotional development, motivation, and communication.
Paws and Social-Emotional Development: The Impact of Animal-Assisted Education in School Read More »