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{"title":"Measurement tools to assess the effects of noise, and war, on dogs","authors":"Karen L. Overall","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.09.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.09.006","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 63-64"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148951850","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"From barriers to teaching stocks: Applying ethical re-training to safely transition the retired racehorse into a career in education","authors":"Hayley Randle, Anna Dennis","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.004","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 23-28"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148854081","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Climate adaptation in poultry: Spatiotemporal behavioral and kinematic responses of chicken genotypes to identical temperature-humidity exposures","authors":"Ebenezer Agyemang-Duah,&nbsp;Ricky A. Poku,&nbsp;Christopher Adenyo,&nbsp;Richard Osei-Amponsah,&nbsp;William O. Holden,&nbsp;Guoming Li,&nbsp;Romdhane Rekaya,&nbsp;Samuel E. Aggrey","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.002","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Climate change has increased the need to understand how different poultry types respond to heat load. This study compared the spatiotemporal activity patterns and movement dynamics of Ross 308 broilers and Ghanaian indigenous chickens under similar temperature-humidity index (THI) conditions across morning, afternoon, and evening periods. A total of 480 birds (240 per type; 4 weeks old) were housed in a semi-open system (12 pens per type; 20 birds per pen). Behavior and movement were quantified using video-based tracking and deep learning models. Mean ambient temperature (°C) was 27.5 ± 0.2 (morning, 06:00–07:00), 34.8 ± 0.9 (afternoon, 13:00–14:00), and 31.4 ± 0.9 (evening, 18:00–19:00), with relative humidity (%) of 86.7 ± 0.6, 56.0 ± 3.2, and 70.3 ± 5.3, respectively. Corresponding THI values were 79.8, 85.7, and 83.5. Genotypes differed significantly (P &lt; 0.05). Broilers (Ross 308) spent more time resting (75.2%), with lower locomotion (4.2%). In contrast, indigenous chickens showed greater standing (39.2%) and movement (7.9% versus 4.2% in broilers). Drinking activity was higher in broilers (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05), whereas feeding did not differ (<em>P</em> &gt; 0.05). Indigenous chickens moved faster (2.2 versus 1.9 m/s) and showed greater acceleration (1.3 versus 1.1 m/s²) than broilers (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05), indicating higher locomotor activity. Activity levels were higher in the morning, while resting and drinking increased during afternoon and evening periods with higher THI (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). Significant type x time-of-day interactions were observed for all behaviors. Overall, indigenous chickens showed greater activity, movement capacity, and spatial use under heat load. These findings indicate stronger behavioral adaptability compared to broilers. Indigenous chickens demonstrate traits that can support heat tolerance. These results provide practical guidance for breeding and management strategies aimed at improving poultry performance and welfare under hot conditions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 41-49"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148854083","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Editorial Board/Table of Contents","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1558-7878(26)00085-7","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1558-7878(26)00085-7","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Page ii"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"149051001","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Anxiety reactions in companion dogs exposed to noise associated with warfare in Ukraine","authors":"Daniel Zaborski,&nbsp;Katarzyna Kavetska,&nbsp;Wilhelm Grzesiak,&nbsp;Violetta Tokareva,&nbsp;Agata Wypych","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The aim of this study was to assess the relationship between exposure to noise associated with warfare and the occurrence of anxiety reactions in companion dogs living in areas affected by armed conflict in Ukraine. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among dog owners (<em>n</em> = 104). An Acoustic Exposure Index (<em>AEI</em>) was developed to quantitatively assess the level of exposure to acoustic stimuli. The severity of the anxiety response was evaluated using the Anxiety Reactivity Scale. The internal consistency of the scale was assessed using Cronbach's alpha coefficient and principal component analysis. Logistic regression was used to identify factors associated with a multi-sign anxiety reaction (≥ 2 signs), taking into account the level of acoustic exposure, degree of urbanization, and age of the dog. Heightened anxiety reactions (≥ 2 signs) were found in 43.3% of dogs. Higher levels of acoustic exposure were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of multiple anxiety signs (<em>OR</em> = 1.29; 95% CI: 1.02–1.62; <em>p</em> = 0.031). The level of urbanization was an independent predictor of anxiety reactions (<em>OR</em> = 1.33; 95% CI: 1.07–1.65; <em>p</em> = 0.011), while the dog's age was not a significant factor in the multivariate analysis (<em>p</em> = 0.903). The logistic regression model showed moderate discriminatory power (AUC = 0.704; 95% CI: 0.601–0.808). Aggressive behaviors were relatively rare in the civilian sample and were not associated with the level of noise. Chronic exposure to acoustic stimuli associated with warfare can significantly affect the behavior of companion dogs. Strategies to reduce stress in dogs living in war-affected environments should be developed. Since this study was exploratory and pilot in nature, the results should be interpreted as a basis for formulating hypotheses in further analyses.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 29-35"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148854082","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The influence of treatment of age-related diseases on behavioral changes in aging cats","authors":"Joana Eisinger,&nbsp;Franziska Kuhne","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Several studies have previously described disease-specific behavioral changes; however, the development and the influence of these and their response to treatment has rarely been evaluated, which is the focus of this study. Four prominent age-related diseases were examined: 1. osteoarthritis, 2. chronic kidney disease, 3. hyperthyroidism and 4. cognitive dysfunction syndrome. A total of 594 German cat owners with a cat aged at least 10 years participated in an online questionnaire. The prevalence of treatments (pharmacological, dietary, nutraceutical), statistical associations inter-diseases, inter-treatments and between disease and treatment were ascertained using Chi-Quadrat test. Multiple linear regression was used to determine pre- and postdiagnosis behavioral changes; the diseased group was divided into treated and untreated. Half of the cats were given at least one type of treatment (49.8%; n = 278/568); with an average of nearly two treatments received. Most cats received disease-specific treatment. This exploratory, association-based study identified behavioral differences in relation to treatment status in osteoarthritis, chronic kidney disease and hyperthyroidism. The absence of treatment for cognitive dysfunction syndrome limits conclusions about treatment effects. Mild conditional effects by owners were observed for food intake, house-soiling, time of interaction and vocalization. These findings highlight the relevance of timely diagnosis and therapeutic intervention, as distressing, quality-of-life-reducing, disease-related behavioral problems may be associated with treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 50-62"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148951849","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Successful management of canine psychogenic polydipsia: A case report","authors":"Claire Elisabeth Marie Bihannic,&nbsp;Catherine Vachon,&nbsp;Marion Desmarchelier","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.08.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Psychogenic polydipsia is a primary polydipsia characterized by excessive water drinking in the absence of identified physiological stimulus. Reports of this condition in dogs are rare, and the etiology seems to be multifactorial. Here we describe a case with an unusual presentation and successful treatment. A three-month-old intact female golden retriever was presented for suspected urinary incontinence and associated house soiling. On urinalysis, abnormal finding included a urine specific gravity (USG) of 1.022 and evidence of bacterial cystitis. Urogenital ultrasonography showed a left ectopic ureter. After confirming resolution of the urinary tract infection, endoscopic laser ablation of the ectopic ureter was successfully performed. The urinary incontinence improved but persisted despite phenylpropanolamine and estrogens administration. Her USG was 1.032 and 1.005 with and without water restriction, respectively. A behavior relentless medicine consultation revealed a search for water. A diagnosis of psychogenic polydipsia was made, with potential underlying causes being post-traumatic stress disorder and contextual anxiety. The treatment plan included behavior modification, progressive water restriction, and fluoxetine gradually increased to 2.3 mg/kg PO q24h. The polyuria-polydipsia consequently resolved. At the 12 months follow-up, the patient was able to drink 45 mL/kg/day in a regular water bowl without restriction, maintaining a USG of 1.035. Eighteen months after consultation, fluoxetine was successfully discontinued. This case report describes a unique presentation of psychogenic polydipsia concurrent with an ectopic ureter, in the absence of other psychiatric comorbidities, and highlights the efficacy of behavior modification, environmental adjustments, and fluoxetine in its management in a dog.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"87 ","pages":"Pages 36-40"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148854604","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of environmental enrichment on behavior, physiology, and rumen bacterial communities in early-weaned small-tailed Han sheep","authors":"Huiyun Qiao,&nbsp;Jiguang Wang,&nbsp;Xingzhao Sun,&nbsp;Zhennan Wang,&nbsp;Fukuan Li,&nbsp;Yan Yang,&nbsp;Shenjin Lv,&nbsp;Hui Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study evaluated the effectiveness of sensory and cognitive environmental enrichment in alleviating stress in early-weaned small-tailed Han lambs. Forty-nine lambs weaned at 35 days of age were assigned to seven groups (n = 7 per group): without environmental enrichment (Control), intermittent sensory enrichment (Int S), continuous sensory enrichment (Con S), intermittent cognitive enrichment (Int C), continuous cognitive enrichment (Con C), 24 h alternate enrichment (24 h), and 48 h alternate enrichment (48 h). Key results showed that lambs in the Int C group significantly increased the frequency of foraging and ruminating behaviors while reducing drinking, lying, and urinating or defecating behaviors (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). The frequency of foraging, ruminating, drinking and urinating or defecating behaviors in the 48 h group was significantly decreased (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05), whereas the frequency of lying behavior was significantly increased (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). The frequency of licking behavior in the Int S group was significantly higher than that in the 48 h group, and following behavior frequency was significantly higher in the Int S group than that in the Con S, Con C, 24 h and 48 h groups. Rubbing behavior in the Int S group was significantly higher than that in the Con S group. Interaction frequency was significantly increased in the Int C group and 24 h group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). The serum cortisol (CORT) level of lambs in the Con C group was significantly lower than that in the 48 h group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.05). The relative abundance of <em>Ruminococcus</em> in the rumen bacteria of the 24 h and 48 h groups was significantly higher than that in the control group (<em>P</em> &lt; 0.01). Furthermore, the relative abundance of <em>Ruminococcus</em> was negatively correlated with foraging and following behaviors, whereas the abundances of <em>Christensenellaceae_R-7_group</em> and <em>Rikenellaceae_RC9_gut_group</em> were positively correlated with foraging, drinking and urinating or defecating behaviors. In conclusion, intermittent cognitive and 24 h alternate enrichment may be effective strategies for mitigating weaning stress in intensive lamb production.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"86 ","pages":"Pages 67-81"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148567752","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"2025 Early Career Award Winners","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"86 ","pages":"Page 100"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148541006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Establishing the essential competencies for successful canine-assisted therapy teams to inform assessment tool development: A Delphi study","authors":"Lucy Sullivan,&nbsp;Melanie Hoyle,&nbsp;Jessica Hill","doi":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jveb.2026.06.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Internationally, several animal-assisted intervention organizations have proposed standards of practice and competencies for human-canine teams delivering canine-assisted therapy. There is no consensus, however, on the essential competencies that handlers and therapy dogs must achieve to be assessed as competent, and if and how these competencies should be assessed within professional practice. Further, there remains no available tools for assessors to formally evaluate human-canine teams. Achieving international consensus is important for addressing these gaps to ensure consistent professional standards, enhance intervention effectiveness, and inform universal assessment tool development. This study aimed to clarify the essential competencies of a successful human-canine team and establish the method, degree, and mode of assessment for each competency. A modified Delphi methodology was used to seek expert consensus through three online survey rounds. The expert panel reached consensus on a finalized list of 20 human and 10 canine competencies essential for safe and ethical canine-assisted therapy delivery. For human competencies, participants prioritized professional competence, canine-assisted therapy knowledge, respect for canine welfare, and attunement to their therapy dog, proposing formal assessment through a mix of demonstration and written responses. For canine competencies, participants emphasized specific behavioral skills, suitable temperament, adaptability, and human affiliation, recommending evaluation through demonstration. The significance and complexity of establishing competencies and assessment approaches for handlers and therapy dogs were underscored, offering valuable insights into ensuring and maintaining professional standards. Further research is required to develop a pilot assessment tool and evaluate its effectiveness and clinical utility when used by assessors in professional practice.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17567,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Veterinary Behavior-clinical Applications and Research","volume":"86 ","pages":"Pages 57-66"},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2026-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"148540952","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}