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The Effects of Pet Parenting Styles on Owner and Dog Behavior

Creator:: Brubaker, Lauren M.
Abstract:: The domestic dog is one of the most popular pets in the world, and many pet owners consider their pets to be members of their family. Studies have suggested that dogs behave like pseudo-children in many contexts. Despite this, there is very little research on how dog owners may behave...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: THE DISSERTATION OF Lauren M. Brubaker for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Sciences

Effects of Intranasal Oxytocin on Attachment in Pet Dogs (Canis lupus familiaris)

Creator:: Thielke, Lauren E.
Abstract:: The present study explored the effects of intranasal oxytocin (OT), a naturally occurring hormone, on the behavior of pet dogs in an attachment test. Each dog participated in two testing sessions. On one visit saline was administered nasally and on another OT was administered nasally. Condition order was counterbalanced. Following...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF Lauren E. Thielke for the degree of Master of Science in Animal

Evaluating the Secure-base Effect in Dogs Living in Foster and Shelter Environments As a Mechanism for Achieving Mutual Well-being

Creator:: Thielke, Lauren E.
Abstract:: Although it is widely accepted that dogs and humans form attachment relationships, characterizing attachment styles in dogs has only recently received attention in the literature. Previous research has shown that pet dogs display patterns of behavior in an attachment test that can be classified into secure and insecure attachment styles,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: AN ABSTRACT OF THE DISSERTATION OF Lauren Thielke

Attachment as a Significant Predictor of Problem-Solving Persistence in Pet and Working Dogs

Creator:: Nissinen, Prema J.
Abstract:: It has been demonstrated that dogs form attachment bonds to their owners and that these attachments can be classified and described in ways that are analogous to attachments found between human infants and their mothers. While a secure attachment to a parent has been shown to improve problem-solving abilities in...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Lauren Brubaker, Committee Member, representing Animal and Rangeland Sciences

Evaluating the Secure Base Effect in Shelter Dog-Shelter Volunteer, Foster Dog-Foster Volunteer, and Pet Dog-Owner Pairs

Creator:: Schoderbek, Mary H.
Abstract:: The aim of this study was to evaluate the different attachment profiles that characterize shelter dog-shelter volunteer and foster dog-foster volunteer relationships and to assess the proportion of insecure and secure attachment styles within foster, shelter, and pet dog populations. Foster dog-foster volunteer, shelter dog-shelter volunteer, and pet dog-owner pairs...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Lauren Thielke Committee Member, representing Animal and Rangeland Sciences

Examining the Effects on Salivary Cortisol Levels of Shelter Volunteers Interacting with Familiar Dogs

Creator:: Duvall, Holly K.
Abstract:: Heightened cortisol levels are a typical physiological response to stress. The many responsibilities of animal shelter workers can lead to increased stress levels and negative effects on their job satisfaction and overall wellness. As a result, workers are subject to burnout and compassion fatigue. While working in shelter environments may...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: _____________________________________________________________________ Lauren Thielke, Committee Member, representing Animal and Rangeland Sciences

The effects of oxytocin on proximity - seeking behavior and vocalizations in shelter cats

Creator:: Sakaguchi, Naomi K.
Abstract:: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of intranasally administered oxytocin on the sociability of adult, neutered, male and female shelter cats, as measured by proximity-seeking behavior and meow vocalizations. Two local Humane Societies were sampled in this study. The shelter cats were randomly assigned to one...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: cats that she has shared with me over the last few years. Third, I would like to thank Lauren

The Dog-Child Bond: Examining Synchronous Activity-based Animal-Assisted Interventions for Youth with Developmental Disabilities and their Family Dog

Creator:: Wanser, Shelby H.
Abstract:: Approximately one in six children in the United States has a developmental disability (CDC, 2018). Among a wide variety of interventions that have been developed to support the health, wellbeing, and development of youth with disabilities, Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) have become increasingly prevalent. Some AAI involve youth participating with their...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: lab mates, Lauren Brubaker, Lauren Thielke, and Kristyn Vitale – It has been a pleasure being on

Proximate Factors Influencing Cat Behavior, Cognition, and The Human-Cat Bond

Creator:: Vitale, Kristyn R.
Abstract:: The domestic cat is one of the world’s most popular companion animals. However, to date much remains to be learned about cat behavior and the cat-human relationship. To examine the influence of proximate factors on cat behavior and the human-cat bond, three studies were undertaken. Study 1 directly measured the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: lab mates Lauren Thielke, Lauren Brubaker, and Shelby Wanser who are always been a source of support

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The Effects of Pet Parenting Styles on Owner and Dog Behavior

Effects of Intranasal Oxytocin on Attachment in Pet Dogs (Canis lupus familiaris)

Evaluating the Secure-base Effect in Dogs Living in Foster and Shelter Environments As a Mechanism for Achieving Mutual Well-being

Attachment as a Significant Predictor of Problem-Solving Persistence in Pet and Working Dogs

Evaluating the Secure Base Effect in Shelter Dog-Shelter Volunteer, Foster Dog-Foster Volunteer, and Pet Dog-Owner Pairs

Examining the Effects on Salivary Cortisol Levels of Shelter Volunteers Interacting with Familiar Dogs

The effects of oxytocin on proximity - seeking behavior and vocalizations in shelter cats

The Dog-Child Bond: Examining Synchronous Activity-based Animal-Assisted Interventions for Youth with Developmental Disabilities and their Family Dog

Proximate Factors Influencing Cat Behavior, Cognition, and The Human-Cat Bond

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