Tag: Dog Welfare
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Male Dogs Pull Bigger Treat Faces, But Girls Multitask: What This Says About Canine Behavior
New Insights into Canine Behavior: Males vs. Females and Treat Reactions Researchers are uncovering nuanced differences in how male and female dogs respond to rewards, with recent observations suggesting that male dogs tend to focus intensely on larger, appetitive cues, while female dogs demonstrate greater multitasking abilities during reward moments. This growing body of work…
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Ending Laboratory Canine Research at St. Joseph’s Health Care
In a pivotal move, St. Joseph’s Health Care in London, Ontario, has announced the immediate cessation of its laboratory research involving dogs. This significant decision, welcomed by various animal rights advocates and even recognized by Ontario Premier Doug Ford, marks a critical milestone in the discourse surrounding animal testing in medical research. Days prior to…