#canine-welfare

[ follow ]
Pets
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

5 Traits of the Ideal Canine Companion

The ideal companion dog reliably exhibits calm obedience, inhibitory control, safe non‑aggression, affectionate health, housetraining, non‑destructiveness, and safety with children.
Pets
fromBuzzFeed
6 months ago

Love Petting Your Dog? There's Something You Should Know - And We Hope You're Prepared For This

Many dogs tolerate petting rather than enjoy it; owners should watch body language and stop if dogs show anxiety, tucked tail, ears back, growling, or aggression.
Wellness
fromPsychology Today
10 months ago

Rethinking Touch in Therapy Dog Programs

Free-choice interactions rather than forced touch significantly enhance therapy dogs' welfare.
Recognizing canine consent is essential for effective animal-assisted therapy programs.
[ Load more ]