Working Dogs: Form and Function, Volume II

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Working Dogs: Form and Function, Volume II

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Editorial

29 July 2021

Editorial: Working Dogs: Form and Function, Volume II

Nathaniel J. Hall

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Cynthia M. Otto

and

Wendy I. Baltzer

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Cynthia M Otto

University of Pennsylvania

Nathaniel James Hall

Texas Tech University

Wendy Irene Baltzer

School of Veterinary Science, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney

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Following on from the success of the Research Topic “Working Dogs: Form and Function”, we are pleased to launch Volume II. This will provide a single point of reference for the current state of the art on the science of working dog performance. Dogs assist humans in a multitude of roles including as detectors, guides, guardians, stock herders, assistants and professional canine athletes. The role of working dogs touches on a mutual need of human and dogs for companionship, assistance and security, and there is increasing demand for evidence-based research on how to enhance the performance and success of human and working dog partnerships. The ability of a dog to complete tasks depends on their physical and behavioral traits, their ability to exert themselves at various demanding tasks requires both physical and behavioral stamina, agility, and resilience.

This Research Topic encourages the submission of manuscripts that explore themes such as (but not limited to):
i) The influence and interactions of genetics, health, environment and training are areas that can provide new insight to improve performance in current dogs and future generations;

ii) The human impact on the success of the working dog team encompasses the human’s physical, psychological and analytic perspectives, and the intersection of human and canine interspecies communication.

This research topic aims to address the form and function of both human and canine partners in optimizing cooperation and performance outcomes of the working dog and handler. We welcome all contributions - research, reviews, and commentary - that advance and expand the field of working dog performance science and the human-canine partnership.

Dr Otto has previously received grants from Purina, and works with Royal Canin, Dechra, Zoetis. Dr Hall previously received grants from Diana Pet Foods and PIC.

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Cynthia M Otto

University of Pennsylvania

Nathaniel James Hall

Texas Tech University

Wendy Irene Baltzer

School of Veterinary Science, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney

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