A study investigates parents’ views on child-dog injuries, revealing that children in New Zealand experience significant physical and emotional harm from dogs in both public and private spaces.
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A large national study found that dog bite injuries amongst children in the U.S. have steadily increased from 2015 to 2020 — with a significant surge during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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A pilot study explored the feasibility of delivering dog-assisted reading programs at home and found mixed results, including increased parental stress.
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A study examines the Dogs Connect model as a framework for integrating wellbeing dogs into educational and social settings, emphasizing a dog-centered approach to animal-assisted education.