Rethinking Cities: A Study Introducing Animal Nature-Based Solution and an Innovative Pilot
A study explores how animals — companion, wild, and food-producing — can serve as nature-based solutions in urban settings.
Research Summaries
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.
Dog Welfare Legislations Across Countries: What We Can Learn from Eleven Western Jurisdictions
A study provides a comparative analysis of dog welfare regulations across countries, highlighting significant variations in scope, specificity, and regulatory tools.
Relinquishment Risks: Online Acquisition Source Doesn’t Matter?
Dog welfare professionals, through questionnaires and workshops, helped identify high-priority dog welfare challenges in the UK.
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Community-Owned Dogs in Abruzzo: Understanding Public Perceptions
A study evaluates public awareness, perceptions, and challenges associated with community-owned dogs (CODs) in the Abruzzo region, highlighting the need for improved education to enhance support and effectiveness.
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Training Matters: Enhancing Adoption Chances for Senior and Adult Dogs in Shelters
A study found that a structured training program significantly improves adoption rates for adult and senior dogs in a shelter, enhancing their behavior and appeal to potential adopters.
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Assessing the Best FRD Management Strategies in Central Italy
A study evaluates various management strategies for free-roaming dogs in Abruzzo, Italy, assessing their impacts on canine welfare, nuisance levels, and financial costs to identify the most effective and sustainable solutions.
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Understanding Dog Population Dynamics in Italy and Ukraine
A study investigated the dynamics of free-roaming dog populations in Pescara, Italy, and Lviv, Ukraine, revealing high population turnover.
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European Attitudes Towards Free-Roaming Dogs and Dog Ownership
A study investigates the differences in dog ownership practices and attitudes towards free-roaming dogs across Bulgaria, Italy, and Ukraine.
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