Use of Accelerometer Activity Monitors to Detect Changes in Pruritic Behaviors: Interim Clinical Data on 6 Dogs

Use of Accelerometer Activity Monitors to Detect Changes in Pruritic Behaviors: Interim Clinical Data on 6 Dogs

Veterinarians and pet owners have limited ability to assess pruritic behaviors in dogs. This pilot study assessed the capacity of the Vetrax® triaxial accelerometer to measure these behaviors in six dogs with pruritus likely due to environmental allergens. Dogs wore the activity monitor for two week...

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Main Authors: Susan M. Wernimont, Robin J. Thompson, Scott L. Mickelsen, Spencer C. Smith, Isabella C. Alvarenga, Kathy L. Gross
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-01-01
Series:Sensors
Subjects:
wearable sensor
activity monitor
dermatitis
scratching
shaking
dermatology
pruritus
accelerometer
nutrition
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/18/1/249

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