Resources & Information — Morgan Mayyas, Canine Behavior and Wellness

Resources & Information

Science-backed references for informed care and stronger partnerships

Training Methods

Cambridge University: Behaior and Welfare of different methods

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

Animals: Comparison of Different Training Methods in Stopping Chasing Behavior in Dogs

Walking Gear

Animals: Collars, Harness, & Head Collar Review

Welfare

Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Observable behaviors to assess welfare

Animals: Effects of Gabapentin on the Treatment of Behavioral Disorders in Dogs

Medication

Behavioral Therapy and Fluoxetine Treatment in Aggressive Dogs: A Case Study *small sample size

Efficacy of fluoxetine for canine behavioral disorders

Journal of Veterinary Behavior: A survey of dog owners’ perceptions on the use of psychoactive medications

*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.