Marking frequency during intraspecific socialization sessions is related to urinary cortisol levels in shelter dogs

• Published in: Pet behaviour science no. 7; pp. 1 - 6
• Main Authors: Alberghina, Daniela, Pumilia, Gina, Raffo, Pierluigi, Distefano, Giuseppe, Piccione, Giuseppe, Panzera, Michele
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: 10.04.2019

The aim of this study was to determine whether behavioural indicators such as marking frequency and whether cortisol/creatinine ratio (C/Cr) are influenced by three socialization sessions.  Six adult shelter dogs were selected: Group 1 (n.3) with adequate social experience and Group 2 with behaviour...