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Validation of Application SuperDuplicates (AS) Enumeration Tool for Free-Roaming Dogs (FRD) in Urban Settings of Panchkula Municipal Corporation in North India
Journal Articles
A cost-effective estimation of the number of free-roaming dogs is an essential prerequisite for the control of rabies in countries where the disease is endemic, as vaccination of at least 70% of the population is recommended to effectively control the disease. Although estimating the population...
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Humane Hearts Therapy Program
Organizations | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
Humane Hearts therapy animals are owned by people who want to volunteer to enrich the lives of special groups within our community. The role of a therapy animal is to work as a team with their handler to provide emotional and physical support to all people. Volunteering with a Humane Hearts...
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How Service Dogs Enhance Veterans' Occupational Performance in the Home: A Qualitative Perspective
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
Background: This qualitative study explored the lives of veterans diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and/or traumatic brain injury (TBI) and how the partnerships with their service dogs supported improved occupational performance in their...
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The Translation and Validation of the Dutch Monash Dog–Owner Relationship Scale (MDORS)
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
The Monash Dog–Owner Relationship Scale (MDORS) is a questionnaire that is used to evaluate the perceived relationship between humans and their dog. This questionnaire was originally only formulated and validated in English, which limits its use among non-English speaking individuals....
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Effectiveness of animal-assisted therapy on pain in children: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
AIMS: Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) relieves pain by creating a relaxed and comfortable environment to reduce anxiety in children. Yet little is known about its effects on pain in children. This study aims to systematically evaluate the effects of AAT on pain in children. METHODS: Eight...
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The Initial Months of COVID-19: Dog Owners' Veterinary-Related Concerns
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
Veterinarians, like many other professions, were significantly impacted by the onset of COVID-19 in the spring of 2020. Standard practices were disrupted, and veterinary hospitals had to quickly modify standard protocols to safely serve their clients and patients. The purpose of this study was...
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Cortisol Levels of Shelter Dogs in Animal Assisted Interventions in a Prison: An Exploratory Study
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
Previous studies regarding the Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI) have mainly focused on the beneficial effects of human-animal interactions on human health; whereas the impact of such activities on the welfare of the animals involved has received limited attention. So far, few studies have...
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The Influence of Human-Animal Interactions on Mental and Physical Health during the First COVID-19 Lockdown Phase in the U.K.: A Qualitative Exploration
Journal Articles
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The effects of facility dogs on burnout, job-related well-being, and mental health in pediatric hospital professionals
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
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The effects of facility dogs on burnout, job-related well-being, and mental health in pediatric hospital professionals
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
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Effects of animal-assisted therapy on hospitalized children and teenagers: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
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Animal presence modulates frontal brain activity of patients in a minimally conscious state: A pilot study
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
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Integrating Animal-Assisted Therapy Into TF-CBT for Abused Youth With PTSD: A Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
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Influences of Animal-Assisted Therapy on Episodic Memory in Patients with Acquired Brain Injuries
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
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Influences of Animal-Assisted Therapy on Episodic Memory in Patients with Acquired Brain Injuries
Journal Articles
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Pet Therapy: How the Cat I Never Wanted Saved My Life
Journal Articles | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
2020Journal of Clinical Oncology: Official Journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology38151744-17451527-775510.1200/JCO.19.03177engtext
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Pet Therapy: How the Cat I Never Wanted Saved My Life
Journal Articles
2020Journal of Clinical Oncology: Official Journal of the American Society of Clinical Oncology38151744-17451527-775510.1200/JCO.19.03177engtext
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Jacobs Mane of Hope
Organizations | Contributor(s): Leslie Irvine
We use mini horses for therapy and to bring joy to others. Our mission is to show love and compassion to others through the use of mini horses. Our horses are registered service animals and are permitted in public spaces. The handler has completed the therapy animal course through Pet Partners....
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Health Benefits of Pet Ownership for Older Adults
Conference Papers
Background: Over the last few decades, life expectancy has increased causing a significant rise and rising number of senior citizens. This has resulted in greater demand and spending in healthcare for this growing population, due to, the increase risk for health problems that are associated...
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Understanding Fear and Stranger-Directed Aggression in Companion Dogs
Theses | Contributor(s): Diane Lefebvre, Claire Diederich, Madeleine Delcourt, Jean-Marie Giffroy
Stranger-directed aggression is both a public safety and animal welfare concern. The objectives of this thesis were to identify risk factors for stranger-directed aggression in dogs, to assess the effect of targeted owner training on the accuracy of ratings of fear in dogs, and to identify...
