All Outputs (3)

Assessment of health and welfare in a small sample of dogs owned by people who are homeless (2021)
Journal Article

Background: Pet ownership is common among homeless people, with dogs the most frequently reported pets. However, homeless people receive considerable criticism for keeping pets due to public perception of poor care provision. Materials and methods: A... Read More about Assessment of health and welfare in a small sample of dogs owned by people who are homeless.

Attitudes of UK veterinary students towards careers in the production animal sector: A mixed methods approach (2021)
Journal Article

Background: Within the production animal sector, it has long been forecast that demand for veterinary services could outstrip supply. This study aims to identify factors influencing veterinary undergraduates’ attitudes towards a career in farm animal... Read More about Attitudes of UK veterinary students towards careers in the production animal sector: A mixed methods approach.

Homeless people and their dogs: Exploring the nature and impact of the human-companion animal bond (2021)
Journal Article

Homelessness is a pervasive social issue worldwide. In the UK, it is currently estimated that one in two hundred people are homeless, approximating 0.5% of the population. Pet ownership among this group is thought to be commonplace and has been linke... Read More about Homeless people and their dogs: Exploring the nature and impact of the human-companion animal bond.