Companion Animals

Research relating to cats, dogs, birds, and other companion animals including rescue, sheltering, adoptions, and population.

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What Can Be Done About The Rising Costs Of Veterinary Care?

Oct 16 2026 Emily Zomoroudi

The sharp rise in veterinary care costs in recent years has created significant challenges for companion animal welfare. This article takes a closer look at how countries like Germany, Greece, the U.K., and the U.S. are approaching the issue. READ MORE

What Can Be Done About The Rising Costs Of Veterinary Care?

Oct 16 2026 Emily Zomoroudi

In the Spotlight

Nov 28 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Effects of Preadoption Counseling on the Prevention of Separation Anxiety in Newly Adopted Shelter Dogs

Separation anxiety is a common behavior problem in recently adopted shelter dogs, and may be difficult to treat using only basic, interventional information. READ MORE

Nov 25 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Best Friends’ Inaugural Pet Adoption Survey

This study by Best Friends Animal Society explores awareness and attitudes in the U.S. about companion animal adoption and animals in shelters, revealing overall positive attitudes and a number of interesting misconceptions. READ MORE

Nov 18 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Pet Adoption & Spay/Neuter: Understanding Public Perceptions by the Numbers

This report details findings from a follow-up study commissioned by PetSmart Charities on the level of public awareness and understanding of adoption and spay/neuter issues as well as the public’s motivations for, and barriers to, using adoption and spay/neuter services, comparing findings to those of the original study. READ MORE

Nov 12 2013 | Florence Williams

Dog Bites Stats And Solutions

No particular dog breed is more prone to causing serious dog bites than others, yet the public believes in that certain breeds are more dangerous than others. READ MORE

Nov 12 2013 | Kathryn Asher

The Problem of Dog-Related Incidents and Encounters

This booklet describes the prevalence of dog bites, reasons a dog might be aggressive, and other factors leading to or resulting from dog bites as a safety guide for officers and others who might interact with unfamiliar dogs. READ MORE

Nov 7 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Evaluation of the Addition of In-cage Hiding Structures and Toys and Timing of Administration of Behavioral Assessments…

This study explored how long it takes cats to acclimatize to life in a municipal shelter and what role enrichments (a toy and a hiding box) play in easing the transition. READ MORE

Nov 5 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Using Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Measures for Assessing and Reducing the Stress of Dogs in Shelters: A Review

This article reviews research on the stress of shelter dogs as measured by activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. READ MORE

Nov 4 2013 | Kathryn Asher

PetSmart Charities A & U Barriers

This study examines perceptions of and attitudes toward adoption and spay/neuter among the general population and individuals who had adopted/bought an animal companion in the previous 12 months. READ MORE

Oct 31 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Outdoor Cats: Identifying Differences Between Stakeholder Beliefs, Perceived Impacts, Risk and Management

This study surveyed three stakeholder groups—the general public, supporters of trap-neuter-return (TNR) methods, and members of a bird and conservation advocacy organization—on their beliefs about effects of outdoor cats on wildlife and ecosystems, and potential management options. READ MORE

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