A Study of Housing-Related Pet Relinquishment in 21 U.S. Shelters: Factors and Vulnerable Animals
A study examines how specific housing restrictions correlate with pet relinquishment, and identifies the species, breeds, and ages most affected.
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 examines how specific housing restrictions correlate with pet relinquishment, and identifies the species, breeds, and ages most affected.
A 22-year study of a large Danish animal shelter found that most dog and cat relinquishments were due to owner-related reasons, primarily health and housing issues.
Why Pets Are Surrendered: A 22-Year Look at Denmark’s Shelter Trends Read More »
A study applies holistic service design thinking to optimize adoption services at a public animal shelter, focusing on enhancing the experience for both adopters and staff.
Optimizing Animal Shelter Adoption: A Service Design Approach Read More »
A study explored how a dog’s physical characteristics and the length of time it spends in a shelter impact its chances of adoption. By understanding these factors, shelters can make more objective outcome decisions.
The Role of Time and Traits in Shelter Dog Adoptions Read More »
A study examines the reasons for returning adopted cats and dogs to a shelter, emphasizing the need for enhanced pre- and post-adoption support to address behavioral and systemic barriers to pet retention.
Why Pets Are Returned: Insights from Shelter Adoptions in Austin, TX Read More »
A study assessed the effectiveness of a standardized behavior assessment protocol in an Australian shelter to predict dogs’ home behaviors. The results indicate that the protocol can accurately identify specific traits.
Shelter Assessments as a Window into Dogs’ Home Lives Read More »
This research examines adopter screening practices in rehoming organizations, highlighting a gap between disqualifying criteria used by shelters and the scientific evidence supporting them.
Beyond Checklists: Are Adoption Requirements Backed by Evidence? Read More »
A study evaluates the effectiveness of a standardized behaviour assessment protocol in an Australian shelter, finding it useful for predicting certain behaviours like friendliness and anxiety but limited in assessing complex issues like aggression.
Beyond First Impressions: How Effective Are Shelter Behaviour Assessments? Read More »
A study found that most rescue dogs imported into the UK were adopted due to specific dogs found online. While many participants were satisfied with the adoption process, the study highlighted potential risks associated with importing dogs, including disease transmission.
How Was My Overseas Adoption Experience? UK Adopters Share Their Thoughts Read More »