151. AP-Petside Poll: Training, Not Nature, Makes Bully | HumaneSpot.org
believe that any breed of dog can be safe if the dog is well trained, even if it comes from a traditional "bully breed."
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152. How Many Companion Animals Are Too Many? | HumaneSpot.org
are living with cats and dogs. There are an estimated 82 million cats and 72 million dogs living in U.S. households . The aforementioned poll by Harris Interactive also found that, among those who live with one or more companion animal, 74%
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153. Pet Dogs Benefit Owners' Health: A "Natural Experiment" in Ch...
the impact of owning a dog on the owner's health under "quasi-experimental" conditions. According to the observations made during the study, dog owners reported better health-related outcomes than non-owners, including more exercise, better
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154. YouGov / League Against Cruel Sports Survey Results | HumaneSpot.org
of the British public think dog fighting should be illegal, while 76% believe that it is already illegal. More than two-thirds (69%) think that a prison sentence is the most appropriate punishment for the offense of dog fighting.
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155. Assessing Animal Management Priorities by Survey | HumaneSpot.org
survey was conducted among dog owners to identify community issues related to dog management in Townsville (Australia) and to examine community perception of these issues. The major concerns identified among residents include confinement,
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156. HumaneSpot.org | Your Animal Advocacy Resource Center
Consumers Pattern their Dry Dog Food Choices After Human Food
Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 (Original item from 2010)
Companion Animals | Pet Ownership
by Pet Product News
Current consumer trends in
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157. HumaneSpot.org | Your Animal Advocacy Resource Center
Based on the survey of 749 dog owners, this study identified seven underlying dimensions that form the foundation of dog companionship, including: symbiotic relationship; dog-oriented self concept; anthropomorphism; activity/youth; boundaries;
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158. Psychology, Social Development, Social Motivations | HumaneSpot.org
interacting with their own dogs and/or unfamiliar therapy dogs under similar conditions found that the stress response of owners interacting with their own dogs may extend to others interacting with unknown therapy dogs.
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159. HumaneSpot.org | Your Animal Advocacy Resource Center
Fads, Social Contagion and Dog Breed Popularity
Submitted on May 06, 2010 (Original item from 2006)
Companion Animals | Pet Ownership
by Harold Herzog
This study examines the preferences of Dog
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160. HumaneSpot.org | Your Animal Advocacy Resource Center
three out of ten dog owners report getting more exercise now that they have a dog, versus previously. A desire for companionship is the primary reason for getting a pet.
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