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Using a toy rotation scheme to enhance canine enrichment

Our approach was to design a toy rotation scheme that would provide each dog with a different toy on a weekly basis. .. At the end of a 2-month evaluation period, only 4 out of the 9 toys (Dental Ball,...

Year Published: 2002Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Rukavina, G. M., Young, J. D., Grant, M. G. 2002. Using a toy rotation scheme to enhance canine enrichment. Contemporary Topics in Laboratory Animal Science 41(4), 118 (Abstract).

Progression of environmental enrichment at Sequani Limited

Several enrichment options for beagles, rabbits and guinea pigs are described.

Year Published: 2002Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Dog, Guinea Pig, Rabbit, Rodent

Citation: Prowse, L. 2002. Progression of environmental enrichment at Sequani Limited. Animal Technology and Welfare 1, 119-121.

An Easy Steps Clicker Series by Karen Pryor

Preparation: Hang a small envelope of kibble or treats and a clicker outside each enclosure. Or have kennel employees wear clickers on their wrists or belts. Ask anyone who is frequently in the kennel area to use the following clicker...

Year Published: 2002Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Pryor, K. 2002. An Easy Steps Clicker Series by Karen Pryor. In: Make Your Shelter a Bark-Free Zone. Pryor, K. Sunshine Books , online .

The influence of auditory stimulation on the behaviour of dogs housed in a rescue shelter

This study explored the influence of five types of auditory stimulation (Human conversation, classical music, heavy metal music, pop music, and a control) on the behaviour of 50 dogs housed in rescue shelters. ... Dogs spent more time resting and...

Year Published: 2002Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Wells, D. L., Graham, L., Hepper, P. G. 2002. The influence of auditory stimulation on the behaviour of dogs housed in a rescue shelter. Animal Welfare 11, 385-393.

Environmental enrichment of nonhuman primates, dogs and rabbits used in toxicological studies

A summary is provided of current regulations and recommendations pertaining to environmental enrichment. The importance of perching to captive primates is underscored by the observation that it is frequently the most used enrichment device in a variety of nonnutritive /nonsocial...

Year Published: 2003Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Dog, Nonhuman Primate, Rabbit

Citation: Bayne, K. 2003. Environmental enrichment of nonhuman primates, dogs and rabbits used in toxicological studies. Toxicologic Pathology 31(Supplement), 132-137.

Neurophysiological correlates of affiliative behaviour between humans and dogs

Few physiological parameters for positive human-companion animal contact have been identified and those that are established have all been in humans. The implication is that if the physiological reactions are mutual, dogs would experience the same psychological benefits from these...

Year Published: 2003Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Odendaal, J. S., Meintjes, R. A. 2003. Neurophysiological correlates of affiliative behaviour between humans and dogs. Veterinary Journal 165(3), 296-301.

The restraint platform – refinement of long term restraining of dogs for experimental procedures

This short communication describes a new method for the long term restraining of dogs for experimental procedures like multiple blood sampling. The newly developed platform offers the dog a choice either to lie down, sit upright, or stand up, and...

Year Published: 2003Topics: Biological Sampling & Physiological Measurement, RestraintAnimal Type: Dog

Citation: Mikkelsen, L. F., Bentsen, H., Gerlach, B. 2003. The restraint platform - refinement of long term restraining of dogs for experimental procedures. Scandinavian Journal of Laboratory Animal Science 30(4), 217-219.

Creating a human-animal bond in a research socialization program

The benefits of a human-dog bonding program are described.

Year Published: 2003Animal Type: Dog

Citation: McKenzie, J. 2003. Creating a human-animal bond in a research socialization program. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science [AALAS] Meeting Official Program, 105 (Abstract).

Validation study of social housing of canines in toxicology studies

Optimal housing conditions for canines have evolved in light of changing research findings and animal welfare initiatives. Social housing of canines in toxicology studies was not considered standard housing in our facility. When the decision was made to explore social...

Year Published: 2003Animal Type: Dog

Citation: Mack, P. A., Bell, R. M., Tubo, B. L. et al. 2003. Validation study of social housing of canines in toxicology studies. Contemporary Topics in Laboratory Animal Science 42(2), 29-30.

Guidelines for the Care and Use of Mammals in Neuroscience and Behavioral Research

Expanding on the National Research Council's Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, this book deals specifically with mammals in neuroscience and behavioral research laboratories. It offers flexible guidelines for the care of these animals, and guidance on...

Year Published: 2003Topics: Regulations & Ethical Review, Welfare AssessmentAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Cat, Chimpanzee, Chinchilla, Dog, Ferret, Gerbil, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Mouse, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Other Rodent, Owl Monkey, Pig, Rabbit, Rat, Rodent, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: National Research Council. 2003. Guidelines for the Care and Use of Mammals in Neuroscience and Behavioral Research. National Academic Press: Washington, DC, 223 pp.