As part of my PhD research at Monash University I am conducting a survey looking at community attitudes towards shelter dogs and their behaviour.
My colleagues and I would like to know how the Australian public perceive shelter dogs, their knowledge regarding shelter practices, whether they have ever adopted a dog from a shelter and, if so, whether this was a positive experience. Other factors we are interested in include people’s previous experience with dogs, where they acquired their most recent dog and how satisfied they are (or were) with their most recent dog’s behaviour.
It is hoped that the results of this research will shed light on ways that animal shelters can better market themselves and the dogs they supply and ultimately may help to improve the public’s perception and awareness of shelter dogs.
The survey is completely anonymous and takes about 10 to 15 minutes to complete. If you would like to participate in this research and complete the survey, please click here. You don’t need to own a dog to participate - We want a variety of respondents, not just dog owners. The survey is open to people living in Australia over the age of 18years.
Click here to take part in this survey.
Posted by Kate Mornement.
I am a dog trainer. Very good survey. I wish you all the best of luck.
I’d be curious to know the results when you finished it.
Any chance you can send it to me?
Kind regards
Adriana Milne
Pet Pals Pet Dog Training
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-Bill-Bartmann
Hi Adriana and Bill,
Thank you both very much for your comments and for taking interest in the blog.
The results of the shelter dog survey will feature in a future i-pet blog post.
Thanks again.
Kate Mornement.
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-Bill-Bartmann
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