A study investigated factors influencing pet relinquishment during the pandemic, revealing heightened risk among pets acquired shortly before the pandemic, male owners, and those obtained as gifts.
Pet Relinquishment During the Pandemic: The Groups Most At Risk Read More »
A study found that while offering free behaviour advice at the point of relinquishment request may help reduce some behaviour-related dog relinquishments, its effectiveness depends on the type of behavioural issue.
Behaviour-Related Dog Relinquishments: Do Owners Accept Free Behavioural Advice? Read More »
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 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 confirmed that behavioral issues were the most common cause for relinquishment and that post-pandemic shifts may have contributed to a rise in owners feeling unable to care for their pets.
Why Pets Are Given Up: What Shelter Data from 2018 to 2023 Reveals About Changing Times 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 »