Puppy Body Handling Checklist – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP

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The checklist provided can be used to track the puppy’s desensitization to handling. 

Shreyer, T., Rezvani, T., Croney, C. (2022) Puppy Body Handling Checklist. https://caninewelfare.centers.purdue.edu//behavior/social-interactions/dog-to-person-low-stress-handling/

References:

Bauer AE, Jordan M, Colon M, Shreyer T, Croney CC. Evaluating FIDO: Developing and Pilot Testing the Field Instantaneous Dog Observation Tool. Pet Behaviour Science. 2017; 4:1-15

Yin, S. (2011). Perfect Puppy in 7 Days: How to Start Your Puppy Off Right

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Topic(s): Bare Bones Basics, Behavior, Breeder Resource, Dog to People - Low Stress Handling, Social Interactions