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The psychobiology of social pain: Evidence for a neurocognitive overlap with physical pain and welfare implications for social animals with special attention to the domestic dog (Canis familiaris)

Social pain is the negative affect signaling threat or harm to social relationships. Loneliness is perceived social isolation and can be found across phylogeny. Evidence from diverse fields demonstrates an overlap of social and physical pain. Social pain can elicit...

Year Published: 2016Topics: Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: All/General, Dog

Citation: McMillan, F. D. 2016. The psychobiology of social pain: Evidence for a neurocognitive overlap with physical pain and welfare implications for social animals with special attention to the domestic dog (Canis familiaris). Physiology & Behavior 167, 154-171.

Does flooring substrate impact kennel and dog cleanliness in commercial breeding facilities?

Evaluation of kennel flooring surfaces is needed to understand their impacts on dog health and well-being. This pilot study aimed to characterize aspects of physical health, kennel cleanliness, and dog body cleanliness on flooring types common in US breeding kennels....

Year Published: 2018Topics: Housing, Husbandry & ManagementAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Stella, J., Hurt, M., Bauer, A. et al. 2018. Does flooring substrate impact kennel and dog cleanliness in commercial breeding facilities? Animals 8(4), 59.

Environmental enrichment in kennelled pit bull terriers (Canis lupus familiaris)

Although social enrichment can be considered beneficial in helping dogs cope with the kennel environment, when taking individual needs into account, it places a large demand on the carers and may not be appropriate in under-resourced kennels. Some kennels are...

Year Published: 2017Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Kiddie, J., Bodymore, A., Dittrich, A. 2017. Environmental enrichment in kennelled pit bull terriers (Canis lupus familiaris). Animals 7(4), 27.

How do rehomed laboratory Beagles behave in everyday situations? Results from an observational test and a survey of new owners

When laboratory dogs are rehomed into private households, they experience an extreme change in their life situation. They leave their familiar, limited environment in the research facility and encounter a multitude of animate and inanimate stimuli in their new home....

Year Published: 2017Topics: Relocation & TransportAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Döring, D., Nick, O., Bauer, A. et al. 2017. How do rehomed laboratory Beagles behave in everyday situations? Results from an observational test and a survey of new owners. PLOS ONE 12(7), e0181303.

Can sleep and resting behaviours be used as indicators of welfare in shelter dogs (Canis lupus familiaris)?

Previous research on humans and animals suggests that the analysis of sleep patterns may reliably inform us about welfare status, but little research of this kind has been carried out for non-human animals in an applied context. This study explored...

Year Published: 2016Topics: Welfare AssessmentAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Owczarczak-Garstecka, S. C., Burman, O. H. P. 2016. Can sleep and resting behaviours be used as indicators of welfare in shelter dogs (Canis lupus familiaris)? PLOS ONE 11(10), e0163620.

Canine Behavior

Recommendations for appropriate handling and housing of dogs.

Year Published: 1965Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Fox, M. W. 1965. Canine Behavior. Thomas , Springfield, Ill.

Genetics and the Social Behaviour of the Dog

Regular human contact during the socialization period (age 3-14 weeks) is particularly important to assure that adult dogs will not be fearful of humans.

Year Published: 1965Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Scott, J. P. , Fuller, J. L. 1965. Genetics and the Social Behaviour of the Dog. University of Chicago Press, Chicago, IL.

Citation: Gantt, W. H., Newton, J. E. O., Royer, F. L. et al. 1966. Effect of person. Conditional Reflex 1, 18-35.

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