Approach to the knowledge, attitude and practice in reproductive health of male dogs with owner

Authors

  • Alfonso Sánchez R. Núcleo de Investigaciones Aplicadas en Ciencias Veterinarias y Agronómicas, Universidad de Las Américas (UDLA), Campus Los Castaños, Viña del Mar, Chile
  • Mariela Pfeffer P. Núcleo de Investigaciones Aplicadas en Ciencias Veterinarias y Agronómicas, Universidad de Las Américas (UDLA), Campus Los Castaños, Viña del Mar, Chile

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15381/rivep.v32i6.21680

Keywords:

reproductive health, responsible ownership, knowledge, attitude

Abstract

The animal health and welfare are tasks that should not be dissociated, and therefore they should be linked for a greater understanding and establishment of comprehensive health. Based on this, the importance of establishing reproductive health guidelines in intact adult dogs, through medical evidence, as well as investigating the parameters that value knowledge, attitude and practice in relation to responsible ownership. In the present study, surveys were conducted as a data collection technique to 50 dog keepers. In the reproductive health examination, higher frequencies of subclinical, prostate, and testicular abnormalities were identified in dogs older than 6 years of age as compared to younger animals (p<0.05). Prostate enlargement was observed in 75% of dogs. Regarding the knowledge and attitude in responsible pet ownership and reproductive health, the responses showed that they agreed with good practices, however, it was not fully reflected in daily activities.

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Published

2021-12-22

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 6 (2021)

Section

Artículos Primarios

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How to Cite

Sánchez R., A., & Pfeffer P., M. (2021). Approach to the knowledge, attitude and practice in reproductive health of male dogs with owner. Revista De Investigaciones Veterinarias Del Perú, 32(6), e21680. https://doi.org/10.15381/rivep.v32i6.21680