INFLUENCE OF THE TYPE OF FEEDING ON THE REPRODUCTIVE ABILITIES OF SERVICE DOGS

The article presents the results of a study of indicators of reproductive ability of dogs of the German Shepherd breed when fed with natural products and dry food. The indices of reproductive function of dogs, multiple births, stillbirth and preservation of puppies for weaning were studied. Statistically significant differences were established in some indicators of the reproductive ability of the German Shepherd, which allows us to conclude about the possible influence of the type of feeding on these traits.

EXPERIENCE OF FOREIGN COUNTRIES IN THE FIELD OF ORGANIZING ACTIVITIES FOR THE PROTECTION OF PUBLIC ORDER WITH SERVICE DOGS

В статье рассматривается такой вид специальных средств, как служебные собаки, которые используются сотрудниками правоохранительных органов зарубежных стран при охране общественного порядка. This article addresses the type of special means such as service dogs, which are used by law enforcement officers of foreign countries in public order. There were analyzed cases of their use by various law enforcement agencies in consideration of this topic.

Revealing and identification of isoniazid metabolites in beef meat in case of poisoning of service dogs

Relevance. Every year, dog breeders are faced with the problem of acute poisoning of dogs. Various toxic compounds can be the cause of dog poisoning. The huge variety of potentially toxic substances makes it difficult to identify the source of poisoning. Service dog breeding also faces this problem, as a result of which it is necessary to have information about the possibility of poisoning service dogs, as well as methods for detecting toxic substances and preventing further poisoning. In service dog breeding, they mainly use feed made by cooking gruel soup in boilers in the feed kitchens of nurseries. Due to the fact that there were cases of poisoning of service dogs in the Vyborg district of the Leningrad region, we conducted research to identify toxic compounds in beef from which feed was made in the feed kitchens of nurseries.Methods. The studies were carried out at the Institute of Toxicology of the Federal Medical and Biological Agency using an Acguity UPLC I-class ultra-performance liquid chromatograph with a spectrophotometric detecto and an Acguity UPLC H-class ultraperformance liquid chromatograph with a Xevo TQD tandem mass spectrometer. Sample components were identified by electronic spectra and mass numbers.Results. According to the results of the study, the presence of isoniazid metabolic products in the form of isonicatinic acid, as well as conjugates of isoniazid with sulfuric, acetic and glucuronic acids, was found in beef meat.The obtained results of the study of the chromatographic profiles of aqueous extracts and the chemical identification of their components in the products that are used for the preparation of food for service dogs make it possible to accurately determine and identify toxic substances with a wide variety of them. Thus, in order to prevent the loss of service dogs, it is necessary to control the newly received food and feed in order to prevent poisoning.

EXPRESS: On ableism and anthropocentrism: a canine perspective on the workplace inclusion of disabled people

Despite growing attention for how disabled people become Othered in organizational settings and similar scholarly interest in the treatment of non-humans at work, no analysis so far has focused on the potential double marginalization that takes place when disabled people go to work with their service animal. In filling this void, this study draws attention to the embodied entanglement of ‘humanimal’ in a number of organizations where animals are unexpected. The study argues that the spatial, discursive and affective treatment of service dogs operates as a proxy for the in/exclusion of employees with mobility and visual impairments. This way, processes of ableism become masked as subtle and indirect performances towards non-human Others. Contributions are made towards several literatures by introducing the idea of a ‘proxy’ to help understand the different modes of peripheral inclusion of disabled employees via their legally accepted service animals, by bringing in the role of affect in workplace disablement, and finally by taking animal labour more seriously.

Police Officers’ Best Friend?: An Exploratory Analysis of the Effect of Service Dogs on Perceived Organizational Support in Policing

This study explored the effectiveness of a novel technique for police departments to support their officers and promote wellness: the use of service dogs. We evaluated officer perceptions in two mid-sized, municipal police departments that have wellness programs with a service dog that is permanently assigned to a full-time police officer handler: Groton and Naugatuck, Connecticut. We assessed six factors believed to influence police officer wellness including: operational and organizational stress using the Police Stress Questionnaire; topical stressors including those related to the COVID-19 pandemic, police use of force and community relations, and police reform efforts; Perceived Organizational Support (POS); receptivity to service dogs; and willingness to seek assistance for mental health issues. We found evidence that exposure to service dogs is significantly linked to both POS and receptivity to service dogs in policing. We also found that officer willingness to seek their department’s assistance regarding mental health approaches significance with greater exposure to the service dog ( p = .07). Although we found no significant evidence that exposure to service dogs is linked to stress reduction, we found that police reforms pose a substantial perceived stress on officers in the study. This finding presents a serious challenge for reformers that risks undermining officer wellness. Implications of our findings and recommendations for future research are discussed.

Evaluation of the effectiveness of preventive disinfection measures based on a comprehensive analysis of the microbiome of service dogs‘ places of detentionКоррозионное действие растворов N,N-бис(3-аминопропил)додециламина и их смесей с алкилдиметилбензиламмоний хлоридом

The article presents the results of a qualitative and quantitative analysis of the microbiome of places where dogs of service breeds are kept, obtained under the conditions of rotation of medicines for an active substance. In the period from 2017 to 2021, dynamic observations were made to assess the effectiveness of preventive disinfection measures carried out in the cynological town. The object of the study was the micro-and mycoflora of more than 20 dog enclosures in two versions: before disinfection and after mechanical treatment and fine-drip irrigation with preparations recommended for disinfection of veterinary surveillance facilities. Using differential diagnostic nutrient media, representatives of different groups of microorganisms were isolated from the surfaces of inventory, poilushki, the floor and walls of the walking enclosures. A qualitative analysis of biodiversity revealed that microbial isolates are conditionally pathogenic microorganisms and can be potentially dangerous infectious agents. The results showed that disinfection measures were not sufficiently effective against the selected groups of microorganisms. Using elective nutrient media, cultures of yeast-like and mold-like micromycetes were isolated from the surfaces of walking enclosures. The analysis of the data showed that both decompositions, claimed to be effective against mold micromycetes, do not withstand the contaminating load. The method of small-drop irrigation used for processing the walking of the kennels of the cynological town turned out to be low-effective in relation to the isolated microbial and fungal isolates. Within the framework of compliance with the sanitary and hygienic regime, an algorithm for organizing preventive disinfection measures in the cynological unit has been developed, based on the well-coordinated interaction of support services: medical, logistics, sanitary and veterinary. The research conducted jointly with representatives of the veterinary and sanitary service, with cadets of the cynological faculty, is of great practical importance for the formation of the professional competence of future officers – specialists-cynologists, heads of cynological units. The developed recommendations make it possible to adjust the algorithm of sanitary and hygienic measures in the cynological town and are of great importance in solving health-saving issues and maintaining the number of dogs of service breeds. Keywords: preventive disinfection; sanitary-indicative microorganisms; micromycetes; health care of dogs; cynologists.

Evaluation of Veterinary Students’ Communication Skills with a Service Dog Handler in a Simulated Client Scenario

Effective communication skills serve as a key component of excellent veterinary care and provide a foundation for building trusting relationships with clients. While many veterinary clients value their pets for companionship, the focus of other relationships may be based on a partnership between the human and animal, as is the case with the handlers of service dogs. As the use of service dogs in the US continues to grow, it is important that veterinary professionals are educated on how best to meet the unique needs of service dogs and their handlers. This article evaluates the interactions of veterinary students with a service dog handler in a simulated client scenario. Ten videotaped interactions were coded to assess third-year students’ communication skills (nonverbal communication, open-ended questions, reflective listening, and empathy), and their ability to discuss the diagnostic and therapeutic options for a dog with suspected intervertebral disk disease. Results showed that the majority of students demonstrated competence in the use of nonverbal communication skills and in discussing the biomedical aspects of the disease. Students require development in the use of open-ended questions, reflective listening statements, and expression of empathy, as well as building client rapport and discussing the psychosocial aspect of the disease on the client and patient. These findings suggest that veterinary students may benefit from targeted instruction on “best practices” in caring for service dogs and their handlers, including greater attention to the psychosocial aspects of a disease, and from additional communication practice using standardized clients with service dogs.

The Professor Paws Project: Innovative Strategies for Educating Middle and High School Students About OT and Service Dogs

Date Presented Accepted for AOTA INSPIRE 2021 but unable to be presented due to online event limitations. OTs and service dogs specialize in helping people to live their lives as independently as possible. The purpose of this study was to determine whether a program combining service dog education and information about careers in OT would improve understanding of service dogs and increase knowledge and pique interest in OT careers for 7th- to 12th-grade students. The Professor Paws Project model of combining service dog education with OT career education is a successful model. Primary Author and Speaker: Mary Isaacson Additional Authors and Speakers: Shelby Dickerson, Kelsey Jarolim