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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

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 [...] READ MORE

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

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 [...] READ MORE

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

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

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

Do Dogs Grieve For Each Other?

Following the loss of a canine companion, dogs show behavior changes described as “grief.” This paper explores what are they actually experiencing, and how it can be defined. READ MORE

Lessons From The Surge Of Pandemic Dog Fosters

Dog shelters adapted to the pandemic in different ways. What can we learn from those that did it best? READ MORE

Designer Dogs Are More Than Pretty Companions

The Lifetime Costs of Companion Animal Care

How Veterinary Clinics Fared During COVID-19

The Adoptability Of Hoarded Cats

Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

Small Animal Supplies: Are They Welfare-Friendly?

Your Dog Needs Sleep, Too

Do Dogs Grieve For Each Other?

Lessons From The Surge Of Pandemic Dog Fosters

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Designer Dogs Are More Than Pretty Companions

The Lifetime Costs of Companion Animal Care

How Veterinary Clinics Fared During COVID-19

The Adoptability Of Hoarded Cats

Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks

Small Animal Supplies: Are They Welfare-Friendly?

Your Dog Needs Sleep, Too

Do Dogs Grieve For Each Other?

Lessons From The Surge Of Pandemic Dog Fosters

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