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New Research on Shelter Dog Behavior after adoption

  • 1.  New Research on Shelter Dog Behavior after adoption

    Posted 08-21-2023 10:36 AM

    Shelter dog behavior after adoption: Using the C-BARQ to track dog behavior changes through the first six months after adoption

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    Shelter dog behavior after adoption: Using the C-BARQ to track dog behavior changes through the first six months after adoption
    Despite millions of dogs entering and exiting shelters annually, little is known about dog behavior long-term after adoption. Entering a shelter is stressful for dogs which may inhibit or exaggerate behavior. There is a common public sentiment that dogs have a "honeymoon period" after adoption where dogs do not show their full repertoire of behaviors, both positive and negative, until getting more comfortable in their new home.

    Shelter dog behavior after adoption: Using the C-BARQ to track dog behavior changes through the first six months after adoption


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    Julie Nettifee
    Veterinary technician/nurse-RVT-VTS
    NC State CVM
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