Animal Behavior Archives - Page 60 of 111

Jun 29 2016 | Faunalytics

Improving Dog Behavior Testing

Assessing dog behavior in shelters can be the difference between a good human match or (in some cases) euthanization. How can we improve behavior tests? READ MORE

Jun 28 2016 | Faunalytics

Proactive Measures To Protect Whales In The Bering Strait

Modifying the routing of ships during certain seasons can help reduce vessel strikes and protect bowhead whales, according to this case study. READ MORE

Jun 24 2016 | Faunalytics

Conservation And ‘Placeholder’ Species: A Case Study With Coyotes

With an approach similar to "Trap, Neuter, Release" programs, the introduction of "placeholder" species can reduce hybrids and preserve endangered carnivores. READ MORE

Jun 23 2016 | Faunalytics

Assessing The Welfare Of ‘Beef’ Cattle

A survey of animal welfare on 'beef' farms in the European Union shows that changes in policy or regulation may not have a significant effect. READ MORE

Jun 20 2016 | Faunalytics

Young Children, Dogs, And Behavior Interpretation

Research shows that children misinterpret fear in dogs as being "happy," which is dangerous and may be a major cause of dog bites. READ MORE

Jun 13 2016 | Faunalytics

Animal Welfare, Cost-Efficiency, And Broiler Chickens

New research shows that when it comes to cost-efficiency, "medium" welfare systems are best, but that may not make them the most humane. READ MORE

Jun 7 2016 | Faunalytics

Assistance Dogs And Military PTSD Treatment

Canine assistance is a "promising" form of PTSD treatment for veterans, but more study is needed to address costs and animal welfare barriers. READ MORE

Jun 3 2016 | Faunalytics

Dolphin Stress During Capture-Release Health Checks

Wild dolphins exhibit a "typical mammalian response" to the stress of being captured and restrained. Can we conduct health checks differently? READ MORE

Jun 1 2016 | Faunalytics

Cats, Novel Environments, And Stress

Cats with certain personalities are more vulnerable to stress in confinement, but stress can be mitigated through various enrichment techniques. READ MORE

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