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Basic requirements for good behavioural health and welfare in dogs
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Basic requirements for good behavioural health and welfare in dogs
- Author: Claire Corridan
- From: BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Behavioural Medicine
- Item: Chapter 3, pp 24 - 34
- DOI: 10.22233/9781905319879.3
- Copyright: © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
- Publication Date: January 2009
Abstract
Human coevolution with dogs gives them a unique advantage in fulfilling the role of man’s best friend; their sensitivity and responsiveness to human emotional states as well as their ability to enjoy shared activities, walks, play and tactility further endear them to their owners. This chapter reviews meeting basic nutritional needs, elimination and toileting behaviours, shelter and resting areas, physical activities, treats and rewards, tactile affection, independence from owner, training and structured activities, routine activities.
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Veterinary practices pay a vital role in canine welfare. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Veterinary practices pay a vital role in canine welfare.
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Puppies benefit hugely from engaging in play with well socialized adult dogs. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Puppies benefit hugely from engaging in play with well socialized adult dogs.
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Play behaviour lasts into adulthood. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Play behaviour lasts into adulthood.
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Positive interactions such as play contribute to development of the human–dog bond. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Positive interactions such as play contribute to development of the human–dog bond.
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Tactile affection between owner and dog can have emotional and physiological benefits for both. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Tactile affection between owner and dog can have emotional and physiological benefits for both.
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Owners can create an enriched environment for their dogs at home using simple garden furniture, plastic drums and pallets. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Owners can create an enriched environment for their dogs at home using simple garden furniture, plastic drums and pallets.
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Children should be encouraged to participate in reinforcement of the dog’s training. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Children should be encouraged to participate in reinforcement of the dog’s training.
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Cars should be equipped to carry dogs safely and in comfort, providing access to water where feasible. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Cars should be equipped to carry dogs safely and in comfort, providing access to water where feasible.
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Once clients have found a veterinary practice where they and their dog both feel comfortable, they are more likely to remain bonded with that practice. © 2009 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
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Once clients have found a veterinary practice where they and their dog both feel comfortable, they are more likely to remain bonded with that practice.