PSXI-6 Genetic analysis of hip and elbow dysplasia in guide dogs.
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DOI: 10.1093/jas/skaf300.543
Abstract: Diseases such as canine hip (HD) and elbow (ED) dysplasia are common orthopedic conditions that have significant effects on the health and welfare of many dog breeds and are an ongoing issue in veterinary medicine.… read more here.
Keywords: guide dogs; elbow dysplasia; service dogs; hip elbow ... See more keywords
Smothering seeing-eye training
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DOI: 10.1126/science.358.6359.77-c
Abstract: Behavior![Figure][1] Less involved mothers produce more successful guide dogs. PHOTO: CYCLONPHOTO/ISTOCK Guide dogs are valued for their ability to follow complex instructions and for resisting impulsive behaviors—admirable human traits, too. Guide dogs undergo controlled rearing… read more here.
Keywords: seeing eye; eye training; guide dogs; smothering seeing ... See more keywords
Helping to pick guide dog puppies
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DOI: 10.1136/vr.j2995
Abstract: A Tool that can predict a young dog’s likelihood of successfully completing guide dog training has been developed by animal behaviour experts at the University of Nottingham. They have created and tested a decision tool… read more here.
Keywords: helping pick; guide dogs; training; dog ... See more keywords
Guide Dogs Are Expensive and Scarce. Could Robots Do Their Job?
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DOI: 10.1145/3708970
Abstract: People with sight loss could soon be getting some very unfurry friends. read more here.
Keywords: could robots; dogs expensive; guide dogs; robots job ... See more keywords