Evaluation of dog population management interventions

Dogs play important and valuable roles as companion and working animals around the world, but managing their populations is still a challenge for many countries. Unmanaged populations can be a concern for the transmission of rabies and other zoonoses; road traffic accidents; conflicts with people, livestock, and wildlife; and the welfare of the dogs themselves. In contrast, humane dog population management (DPM) has the potential to improve quality of life for dogs, people, and the environment.
This Special Issue invites manuscripts that evaluate the management of dog populations, whether approaches resulted in successful management or not, as much can be learnt from the failure of an intervention to influence dog population dynamics.
In recognition that there is no single approach to DPM, manuscripts that report any humane intervention, or combination of interventions, for managing dogs will be considered. Authors are encouraged to report on the impact of these interventions on dog-related concerns, including human health and animal welfare. Interpretation of the mechanism through which interventions have contributed to impacts are also encouraged.

Dr. Elly Hiby
Guest Editor

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• dog
• canine
• population
• management
• evaluation
• humane