Search for dissertations about: "dog, welfare"
Found 5 swedish dissertations containing the words dog, welfare.
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1. The role of the emotional relationship with humans on dog welfare
Abstract : The overall aim with this thesis was to identify reliable ways to assess the emotional bond between dogs and humans and to investigate the effect of length of separation from the owner on dog behaviour upon reunion. In Study I, an evaluation was made as to whether the Ainsworth’s Strange Situation Procedure (ASSP), developed in child psychology, can be reliably transferred to investigate attachment between dogs and humans. READ MORE
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2. Maternal behaviour, infanticide and welfare in enclosed European wild boars (Sus scrofa)
Abstract : European wild boars (Sus scrofa) are kept in Swedish enclosures for hunting and meat production purposes. The sows are known to undergo behavioural changes in connection with farrowing and their natural behaviours may be compromised by the limited area of the enclosure. READ MORE
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3. Physiological and behavioural responses to fear and discomfort i dogs and goats
Abstract : Animal welfare is an issue of great public and scientific interest. In this thesis, physiological and behavioural methods were used to evaluate fear and discomfort in two different species; dogs and goats. In the first study, fear of gun shots and different floor surfaces was investigated in collie dogs. READ MORE
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4. International breeding programs to improve health in pedigree dogs
Abstract : Implementation of breeding programs in order to reduce incidence of inherited disorders and their impact on welfare should be a priority for dog breeders and breeding organizations. In that respect, exchange of breeding animals between countries constitutes a critical point to be taken into account. READ MORE
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5. Physiological and behavioural responses to fear and discomfort in dogs and goats
Abstract : In this thesis, behavioural and physiological methods were combined to better understand reactions to fearful situations in dogs and separation in goats. Fear of gunshots is common in dogs, but also other fears, such as fear of walking on certain floors. READ MORE