Laterality as a Predictor of Coping Strategies in Dogs Entering a Rescue Shelter

It has been reported that during the first few days following entry to a kennel environment, shelter dogs may suffer poor welfare. Previous work suggests that motor bias (the preferred use of one limb over the other) can potentially be used as an indicator of emotional reactivity and welfare risk. I...

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Main Authors: Shanis Barnard, Deborah L. Wells, Peter G. Hepper
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-10-01
Series:Symmetry
Subjects:
dog
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-8994/10/11/538