Perception of Animal Abuse among Adolescents: Influence of Social and Demographic Factors [PDF]
AnimalsAnimal welfare is inherited in each society, shaped by the surrounding environment and upbringing of each individual. This influence becomes particularly significant during adolescence.
Laura Estévez-Pérez +3 more
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Pilot Study of Attitudes of Taiwanese Veterinarians and Undergraduate Veterinary Students toward Animal Abuse and Interpersonal Violence [PDF]
Animals, 2022 There is a strong association between animal abuse and interpersonal violence; therefore, veterinarians may encounter both. Dealing with animal abuse cases is beneficial for advancing animal welfare and the overall public health.
Yi-Hsuan Chen, Wei-Hsiang Huang
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Bystanders’ reactions to animal abuse in relation to psychopathy, empathy with people and empathy with nature [PDF]
Frontiers in Psychology, 2023 Social and academic interest in animal abuse has recently increased thanks to greater awareness of the importance of biodiversity in promoting sustainability.
Ana M. Martín +3 more
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From Observation to Structured Reporting: Development and Preliminary Evaluation of an Online Animal Abuse Reporting System [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesAnimal abuse and substandard animal care may be difficult to report when members of the public are uncertain about the seriousness of their observations, the competent authority, or the information needed for further assessment.
Annamária Kiss +5 more
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A One Welfare approach to identify socioeconomic vulnerability in families during investigations into companion animal abuse in Pinhais, Brazil [PDF]
Animal Welfare, 2023 A One Welfare approach allows intervention to resolve problems related to the human-animal-environment interface. However, in Brazil and many other countries, there is poor communication between human and animal welfare services.
Stefany Monsalve +6 more
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Animal Abuse Investigations: Challenges and Recommendations to Improve Animal and Human Welfare [PDF]
AnimalsAnimal cruelty is widespread, yet it is often overlooked by professionals as a form of trauma and not perceived as a serious crime. This study explores current challenges to the effective management of animal abuse and neglect cases in the state of ...
Rebecca Niemiec, Lori R. Kogan
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Animal Abuse and Neglect in Companion-Animal Practice: The Role of Training, Legislation, and Veterinarian–Client Relationships in Romania [PDF]
Veterinary SciencesAnimal abuse and neglect represent important challenges in companion-animal practice, with veterinarians playing a central role in their identification and management.
Adela Ioana Mustăţea +3 more
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A Retrospective Study of Suspected Animal Abuse Cases in Trinidad and Tobago, 2008–2025 [PDF]
AnimalsForensic veterinary pathology is becoming increasingly important in investigating situations of suspected animal abuse. In Trinidad and Tobago, there are only two veterinary diagnostic laboratories capable of performing necropsies, one at the University ...
Karelma Frontera-Acevedo +5 more
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Exploring Swedish veterinarians' awareness of non-accidental-injuries, animal abuse and the Link to domestic violence, and their role in addressing this societal issue [PDF]
Frontiers in Veterinary ScienceResearch has established a link between animal abuse and domestic violence (the Link), where the perpetrator uses the animal to control the human victim. Veterinarians are exposed to both vulnerable animals and humans, playing a crucial role in detecting
Lisa Oellig +2 more
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Factors Associated with Veterinary Professionals’ Intent to Intervene in Cases of Animal Maltreatment [PDF]
AnimalsThis study investigates the factors that contribute to veterinary professionals’ intentions to intervene in cases of suspected animal abuse. A survey was distributed to students, faculty, and staff in two Veterinary Medicine programs. Factors assessed in
Kaiulani Long +4 more
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