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Feb 13 2023 | María Schilling

Do Dog Guardians Experience Parental Guilt?

People who share their lives with dogs often regard them as family members. This study suggests that their feelings of guilt and inadequacy mimic those experienced by parents. READ MORE

Feb 6 2023 | Kevin Xia

Euthanasia Without Contact: An Ethical Veterinary Challenge

The COVID-19 pandemic posed several unique ethical challenges for veterinarians. In this paper, the authors explore the difficult issue of low- and no-contact euthanasia. READ MORE

Jan 23 2023 | Sarah Bluhm

Designer Dogs Are More Than Pretty Companions

People often have preconceived notions about living with a “designer” dog. But do these expectations meet the reality of designer dog guardianship? READ MORE

Jan 9 2023 | Trent Davidson

The Lifetime Costs of Companion Animal Care

Many guardians are surprised by the costs of caring for a companion animal. This study sheds light on the numbers in hopes of better equipping people to care for animals throughout their lives. READ MORE

Dec 20 2022 | Ozy Frantz

How Veterinary Clinics Fared During COVID-19

Increased demand, pandemic safety protocols, and supply shortages exacerbated already stressful working conditions for veterinary staff during COVID-19. READ MORE

Nov 29 2022 | Trent Davidson

The Adoptability Of Hoarded Cats

Little is known about the medium- and long-term behavior and outcomes of cats adopted from hoarded homes. A recent study found that such animals are just as “adoptable” as other cats. READ MORE

Nov 22 2022 | Cian Hamilton

Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

Shelters are always on the lookout for strategies that may bolster adoption rates. This study examines how the introduction of a training program for shelter dogs affected adoption rates. READ MORE

Nov 1 2022 | Susan Gabriel

Small Animal Supplies: Are They Welfare-Friendly?

This study highlights important safety concerns for some of the most widely-used supplies in small companion animal care. READ MORE

Oct 25 2022 | Kerri Tenniswood

Your Dog Needs Sleep, Too

Like humans, high-quality sleep is important to dogs. This study explores the relationship between dog sleep characteristics and their behavioral responses in a home environment. READ MORE

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