Busy Owners Cause Bad Behavior
Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 (Original item from April 2009)
Companion Animals | Pet Ownership
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Short Description:
According to this survey regarding companion animal owners in the United Kingdom, 94% of veterinary professionals believe that owners' lifestyles are the major cause of behavioral issues in pets.
Abstract:
More than three-fourths of veterinary professionals believe that owners should spend more time with their companion animals to help avoid behavioral issues. However, nearly all respondents (89%) also say that owners are too busy to deal with such problems if they develop.
Behavioral issues can also result from changes in a pet's environment, and 65% of owners avoid putting their pets in these stressful situations, although 19% reportedly "choose to ignore their stressed dogs."
Spot Check Number:
1216
Sponsor:
CEVA Animal Health
Animal Type:
Dogs, Cats, Companion Animals
Record Type:
News Article
Research Method:
Unknown or Not Applicable
Geographic Region:
International
Population Descriptors:
UK Companion Animal Owners
Year Conducted:
April 2009
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