A description of the characteristics of dogs in, and policies of 4 shelters in, different countries

Stray dogs can be found in most countries in the world, creating ethical and sanitary problems. Animal shelters are built to keep stray animals off the streets and thereby improve public health. Although countries have many similarities in dealing with these issues, there may also be considerable differences. Here, we describe dogs' characteristics and management policies at 4 different shelters: 2 located in North America (USA), 1 in Asia (Israel), and 1 in Europe (Italy). This comparison was intended to identify which policies led to higher animal welfare.
Source: Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Canine Research Source Type: research