Resources & Information

Science-backed references for informed care and stronger partnerships

Cambridge University: Behaior and Welfare of different methods

Training Methods

Relationship between training methods and dog-owner attachment

Positive Reinforcement

American Psychology Association, Behavior Analysis: Reinforcer efficacy
Applied Animal Behaviour Science: Reinforcer Efficacy

Electronic Collars/Shock Collars

Journal of Veterinary Behavior: European Society of Clinical Animal Ethology Position Statement

Walking Gear

Animals: Collars, Harness, & Head Collar Review
Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Observable behaviors to assess welfare

Welfare

Medication

Animals: Effects of Gabapentin on the Treatment of Behavioral Disorders in Dogs
Efficacy of fluoxetine for canine behavioral disorders

Gut Microbiome

Gut microbiota composition is related to anxiety and aggression scores in companion dogs
Understanding the diversity and roles of the canine gut microbiome

*Canine science is always evolving, and new research continues to expand what we know. This page will be updated regularly as new studies and resources become available.