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 innovative shelter practices and professionalized operations have improved live release rates, enhanced animal welfare, and reduced caregiver burnout.
Building A Social Enterprise that Saves Lives: Insight from Two Shelters Read More »
A study delves into the unique challenges and resilience factors of Indian animal shelter staff, offering valuable insights for international collaboration and knowledge sharing within the animal welfare sector.
Lessons from India: How Shelter Staff Navigate Challenges Read More »
A study examines the shift from ad hoc, unscheduled intake to appointment-based triage systems in animal shelters, highlighting their potential to improve animal welfare and operational efficiency.
From Chaos to Care: How Triage Can Transform Animal Sheltering Read More »
A study examined the effects of music with varying pitches and tempos on kennelled dogs’ behavior, finding that low-pitch tracks increased alertness and activity.
Tuning In: Exploring How Music Pitch and Tempo Affect Canine Behaviours Read More »
A study found that short-term outings temporarily increased stress and high-intensity activity in shelter dogs without providing the stress-reducing benefits of temporary fostering.
Do Short Outings Help or Stress Out Shelter Dogs? Read More »
A study demonstrates that brief outings and temporary fostering programs improve the likelihood of adoption for shelter dogs, particularly when community members are engaged.
Brief Outings and Temporary Fostering Increase Adoptions and Shorten Length of Stay Read More »
A study reviews factors influencing dog adoption and relinquishment in shelters, emphasizing the impact of adopter behavior and shelter practices on intakes and outcomes.
Academic Insights on Boosting Adoptions and Reducing Shelter Intake Read More »
A study underscores the benefits of foster care during the pandemic, highlighting the effectiveness of foster-to-adopt programs, specialized support for behavioral dogs, and streamlined adoption practices.
When COVID Strikes: A Study of Emergency Foster Success and Challenges Read More »
A study examines the factors influencing outcomes for senior cats and dogs in a shelter environment, highlighting the roles of medical and behavioral evaluations, foster care, and community partnerships in improving live outcomes and addressing the unique challenges posed by aging companion animals.
What Determines the Fate of Senior Dogs and Cats in Shelters? Read More »
A study examines the relationship between animal shelter intakes, adoptions, and community social vulnerability, highlighting disparities in intake origins, particularly for strays and confiscations from high-vulnerability areas.
Unpacking Social Vulnerability: Insights Into Animal Shelter Intakes and Adoptions Read More »