Joshua Woodward

Behaviours of concern reported by owners of dogs during the first four months of adoption

Kassandra Giragosian, Eleanor J. Jordan, Joshua Woodward, R.G. Casey et autres

Behaviours of concern in newly adopted dogs can result in re-relinquishment, poor welfare and damage to the human-animal bond. As part of a longitudinal study, this paper investigated the prevalence, and associated risks, of owner-reported behaviours in 5068 dog adoptions from 20 …

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New Strategies of Canine Post-Adoption Support: Methods for a Prospective Longitudinal Cohort Study

Emma L. Buckland, Kassandra Giragosian, Eleanor J. Jordan, Rosa E. P. Da Costa et autres

In 2018, Dogs Trust (UK) launched the Post Adoption Support project, the largest known prospective cohort study investigating behavioural and health problems post-rehoming of dogs. Individuals adopting a dog from any UK Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre are eligible to receive phone calls …

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Walking the Talk: Engendering a “Community of Teachers” in an Educator Preparation Program in the Southern United States

Nicholas D. Hartlep, Jon C. Saderholm, Julian Viera, Maggie Robillard et autres

In this article, the Education Studies Department (ESD) at Berea College shares lessons learned while becoming an inclusive, justice-focused, and democratic Education Preparation Program (EPP) together with its “Community of Teachers” (CoT). ESD values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI+B) and democratic …

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Age of sexual maturity and factors associated with neutering dogs in the UK and the Republic of Ireland

Rosa E. P. Da Costa, Rachel Kinsman, Sara C. Owczarczak‐Garstecka, Rachel Alison Casey et autres

BACKGROUND: Surgical neutering of dogs is common, however the average age that dogs reach sexual maturity, are neutered, and dog owners' attitudes to neutering in the UK and the Republic of Ireland have not been explored in a longitudinal study. METHODS: Owner-reported …

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Factors influencing owner-reported approaches to training dogs enrolled in the Generation Pup longitudinal study

Joshua Woodward, Rachel Alison Casey, Michelle Lord, Rachel Kinsman et autres

The majority of owners use rewards (e.g. treats and praise) when training their dogs. However, many additionally use aversive methods (e.g. physical reprimands, sound/spray distractions) which can compromise the welfare of dogs. The aim of this study was to identify factors associated …

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'Generation Pup' – protocol for a longitudinal study of dog behaviour and health

Jane Murray, Rachel Kinsman, Michelle Lord, Rosa E. P. Da Costa et autres

BACKGROUND: Despite extensive research, many questions remain unanswered about common problems that impact dog welfare, particularly where there are multiple contributing factors that can occur months or years before the problem becomes apparent. The Generation Pup study is the first longitudinal study …

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Session 4: Primary practice and the profession; PetSavers student grants: 2020 awards

Csilla Becskei, Daphne Fias, Sean P. Mahabir, Róbert Farkas et autres

Oral presentations given during the BSAVA Abstract sessions 24-26 May 2021. Field efficacy and safety of a novel oral chewable tablet containing sarolaner, moxidectin, and pyrantel against naturally acquired gastrointestinal nematode infections in dogs presented as veterinary patients in Europe; Raw diets …

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Owner perception of problem behaviours in dogs aged 6 and 9-months

Michelle Lord, Rachel Alison Casey, Rachel Kinsman, Séverine Tasker et autres

Problem behaviours may lead to compromised welfare, risk of relinquishment and euthanasia for dogs, as well as distress and safety issues for owners. This study used data provided by 1111 UK and Republic of Ireland participants in the ‘Generation Pup’ longitudinal study …

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Puppy acquisition: factors associated with acquiring a puppy under eight weeks of age and without viewing the mother

Rachel Kinsman, Rachel Alison Casey, Toby Grahame Knowles, Séverine Tasker et autres

BACKGROUND: Puppy acquisition decisions may impact upon the health and behaviour of these dogs in later life. It is widely recommended by welfare organisations and veterinary bodies that puppies should not leave maternal care until at least eight weeks (56 days) of …

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Sleep Duration and Behaviours: A Descriptive Analysis of a Cohort of Dogs up to 12 Months of Age

Rachel Kinsman, Sara C. Owczarczak‐Garstecka, Rachel Alison Casey, Toby Grahame Knowles et autres

Sleep is a vital behaviour that can reflect an animal's adaptation to the environment and their welfare. However, a better understanding of normal age-specific sleep patterns is crucial. This study aims to provide population norms and descriptions of sleep-related behaviours for 16-week-old …

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Factors associated with neuter status in 12-month-old dogs in a longitudinal study

Rosa E. P. Da Costa, Rachel Alison Casey, Joshua Woodward, Rachel Kinsman et autres

OBJECTIVESNeutering provides population control and health benefits for dogs.This study examined owner-and dogrelated factors associated with the reported neuter status of 12-month-old dogs in a longitudinal study.

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Neurology, Primary Practice and the Profession

Gareth Jones, Ivan Montañés, Sara Duarte‐Silva, Natalie E. West et autres