Commentary
Brian Hare says, “In just a generation, we humans have abruptly changed the rules on our dogs.” Maybe . . . maybe not. Yet his assertions are worthy of thought and, as animal health pros, our influence.
Humans need to breed and train more puppies like service animals.”
Source: The Atlantic via Microsoft Start, October 14, 2024. Link.
INSIGHTS: There is little question that socialization, training and breed selection make for a better integration of dogs into families, improving experiences and safety with pet ownership. The large percentage of dogs sourced and rescued from shelters remains a challenge affecting any change in the level of domestication without improving how pet owners approach owning a dog.
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