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 attending post-adoption training classes did not reduce the likelihood of dogs being returned to the shelter but influenced the reasons for return, with trained dogs more often returned for owner-related issues rather than behavioural ones.
Can Training Classes Prevent Dog Returns? What the Research Says Read More »
From 2007 to 2020, Canada saw rising veterinary workforce growth and a decrease of clients per veterinarian. Yet, per-client costs sharply increased, highlighting a widening access-to-care gap.
The Growing Gap in Canadian Veterinary Care: What 13 Years of Study Data Reveal Read More »
A study assessed the extent and spatial patterns of dog fecal contamination in Calgary’s urban parks, revealing significantly higher contamination in off-leash areas and near park entrances.
The Dirty Truth: A Study on Dog Feces in Calgary’s Urban Parks Read More »
A study found that while public support for Service Dog access in Canada is generally high, certain demographic factors significantly influence individual perceptions.
This study examined the outcomes of owned cats placed on an intake waitlist at a shelter practicing the Capacity for Care (C4C) model.
What Happens When You Waitlist a Cat? New Study Explores Managed Intake Outcomes Read More »
A study explored shelter staff perceptions of managed cat intake under the Capacity for Care (C4C) model, revealing that while initial resistance and public misunderstanding were common, staff ultimately viewed C4C as beneficial for cat welfare, shelter operations, and their own well-being.
A study on the impact of implementing Capacity for Care (C4C) in three Canadian animal shelters found that the model — through improved housing, reduced daily population, and shorter length of stay — led to increased adoptions, decreased euthanasia, and improved overall cat welfare.
A Study Understanding the Impact of Implementing Capacity for Care in Animal Shelters Read More »
A pilot study explored the feasibility of delivering dog-assisted reading programs at home and found mixed results, including increased parental stress.
Paws and Pages: Exploring At-Home Dog-Assisted Reading Programs Read More »
A study analyzed over a decade of dog relinquishment data from BC SPCA shelters, identifying that human factors accounted for 73% of all cases.
Why Do People Give Up Their Dogs: Insights from 12 years of Data in BC, Canada Read More »
A study examined the dog training landscape in British Columbia, Canada, finding encouraging data that over 70% deploys reward-based training methods.
The Dog Training Landscape in B.C.: A Look at Methods, Credentials, and Industry Trends Read More »