sEARCH THE Library
In our carefully curated library, find scientifically sound educational resources to help you support the welfare of dogs.
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Safe Use of Flea and Tick Prevention Products
Scientific Journal Articles
Effects of Group and Individual Housing on the Behavior of Kennelled Dogs in Animal Shelters
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Theriogenology and Reproductive Medicine Service: Canine Frequently Asked Questions
Scientific Journal Articles
Canine Dystocia in 50 UK First-Opinion Emergency-Care Veterinary Practices: Prevalence and Risk Factors
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Behavioral Problems of Dogs
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Environmental Factors That Affect Kenneled Shelter Dogs in Connecticut
Scientific Journal Articles
Social Buffering of the Stress Response: Diversity, Mechanisms, and Functions
Scientific Journal Articles
Canine Brucellosis – Brucella canis Fact Sheet
Handouts
Be Dog Smart: Grooming
Canine Welfare
Science Curriculum
Graphic navigation
Learners can also use the Canine Welfare Science Curriculum graphic to quickly navigate between the three areas of the curriculum. Click Behavior, Environment, or Health to go directly to the category’s resources in the library.
How to Use the Library
The three main areas of our library (behavior, environment, and health) include resources such as:
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checklists
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website links
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peer-reviewed scientific journal articles
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photo and video guides
We have provided relevant content on the welfare needs of dogs in various settings. Our priority is dogs living in large or small-scale breeding kennels. If you have dogs in other environments, click on “Additional Resources to Support Dogs in Other Environments.” This allows you to access specially-selected resources tailored to your needs.
Users can navigate via the main menu at the top of the page or by using the navigation icon on the right. You can also use the search page to find resources by specific authors or covering key topics.