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New Shelter Model Seeks to Reduce Stress in Shelter Dogs

Reeder, J. (2021, March 23). New Shelter model seeks to reduce stress in Shelter Dogs. Fear Free Happy Homes. Retrieved December 14, 2022, from https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/new-shelter-model-seeks-to-reduce-stress-in-shelter-dogs/





The Influence of Olfactory Stimulation on the Behaviour of Dogs Housed in a Rescue Shelter

This study explored the influence of five types of olfactory stimulation (control, lavender, chamomile, rosemary and peppermint) on the behaviour of 55 dogs housed in a rescue shelter. The dogs were exposed to each type of olfactory stimulation, through the diffusion of essential oils, for 4 h a day for 5 days, with an intervening period of 2 days between conditions. The dogs’ behaviour was recorded on days 1, 3 and 5, during each condition of olfactory stimulation. Certain aspects of the dogs’ behaviour were influenced by the odours.