Simple Summary Humans have selectively bred dogs for various purposes, including
hunting, guarding, and service roles. However, over time, preferences have shifted from …

There is a growing body of research in human-animal interaction (HAI), but the field is often
criticized for its lack of methodological rigor and heterogeneous outcome assessment. In …

Tail docking has been practiced on dogs for many years for various reasons, including
aesthetics, breeding standards and hygiene, to facilitate reproductive handling in some dog …

This chapter begins with the evolutionary history of dogs. A debate rages about how long
ago, and where, a distinct species of dog appeared, given conflicting evidence from …

Simple Summary This research aimed to explore cat and dog owners' attitudes towards
various pet care practices in Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ). An online survey was conducted …

An Introduction to Human–Animal Relationships is a comprehensive introduction to the field
of human–animal interaction from a psychological perspective across a wide range of …

The use of animals in research is controversial and often takes place under a veil of secrecy.
Lab animal technicians responsible for the care of animals at research institutions are …

The aim of this study was to examine the current state of perceptions towards select breeds
of dogs with a focus on perceived aggressiveness. While some studies investigating breed …

Abstract This Scientific Report addresses a mandate from the European Commission
according to Article 31 of Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 on the welfare of cats and dogs in …

Background Ear crop** for cosmetic purposes was made illegal in the UK in 2006.
Despite this, a lack of import regulations and celebrity and media influences mean cropped …