Pet Adoption, Rescue or Shelters
Emergency and Disaster Planning at Ohio Animal Shelters
Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 (Original item from 2007) Companion Animals
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This cross-sectional study of the level of emergency and disaster response planning at Ohio animal shelters, and response planning by Ohio agencies in their communities, shows a lack of preparedness and the under-utilization of such agencies as a resource.
Comcast Publishes Results of Pet Adoption Trends Survey
Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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The results of Comcast's annual animal shelter survey found that the current economic recession has both impacted adoption rates and tightened the standards of shelters for potential adopters.
Sniffing Out the Best Local Kennels
Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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In a survey by Consumers' Checkbook magazine, the publication's subscribers rated 36 Seattle-area dog kennels based on cleanliness, spaciousness, affection toward the animals, and overall quality; 22 kennels received quality ratings of 75% or higher.
Iowa Voters Support Stronger Oversight of Puppy Mills by Nearly Ten-to-One Margin
Submitted on Dec 16, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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In a statewide survey of Iowa voters, this 2009 study found that 86% of voters support legislation that would strengthen protections for dogs in large-scale breeding operations, otherwise known as puppy mills; 9% are opposed to these tougher measures.
2009 Survey: Helping Cats Find Homes
Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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A survey by the Morris Animal Foundation on the attitudes and perceptions toward cats finds that one quarter of respondents have a neutral opinion of cats while more than half harbor negative attitudes toward cats. Approximately 1 in 10 current non-cat owners would definitely or probably consider having a cat.
Microchips Result in High Rate of Return of Shelter Animals to Owners
Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 (Original item from 2007) Companion Animals
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An Ohio State University study finds that lost companion animals that have been implanted with microchips are significantly more likely to be recovered by their owners than those without.
Upcoming 3rd Wave of HRC's Animal Tracker
Submitted by Che Green on Nov 10, 2009 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Wildlife and ExoticsWave 3 of HRC's Animal Tracker, slated for early next year, will survey a representative sample of adults in the U.S., addressing questions like knowledge of various animal issues, the influence of concern for animals on personal choices, perceived impact of the animal protection movement, and support for the movement's goal of eliminating animal suffering. We'll also be able to compare the results with findings from the baseline survey, which was conducted in early 2008.
Reasons for Relinquishment and Return of Domestic Cats to Rescue Shelters in the UK
Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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This study of cat relinquishment in the United Kingdom found that 60% of cats entering shelters were given up by their owners, 19% due to owner circumstances, 7% for behavioral reasons, and 5% because of the occurrence of allergy or asthma among owners.
Animal Shelters Spring Into Action During their Busiest Time of Year
Submitted on Oct 17, 2009 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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This May 2009 survey of Canadian animal shelters found that they held three times more cats than dogs and four times more kittens than puppies. Sources of shelter intake include most strays and abandonments, but also relinquishments due to owners who move and financial issues.
American Pet Products Association Press Releases
Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 Companion Animals
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A collection of press releases authored by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) which includes individual findings from the organization's annual National Pet Owners Survey, 2007 to present. The survey is one of the most comprehensive ongoing studies of the companion animal population and demographics.
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