An Evaluation of a Behaviour Assessment to Determine the Suitability of Shelter Dogs for Rehoming
We evaluated a scheme for assessing shelter dog behaviour, which used 28 tests and rated responses from 0 (positive response) to 5 (fear, tonic immobility, or escape attempts). The assessment was evaluated for 236 dogs, and was repeated by a different assessor for 39 dogs approximately 80 days after...
Main Authors: | A. H. Poulsen, A. T. Lisle, C. J. C. Phillips |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2010-01-01
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Series: | Veterinary Medicine International |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.4061/2010/523781 |
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