Pet Owner Perception of Ferret Boredom and Consequences for Housing, Husbandry, and Environmental Enrichment

Pet Owner Perception of Ferret Boredom and Consequences for Housing, Husbandry, and Environmental Enrichment

Boredom is a potential chronic but overlooked animal welfare problem. Caused by monotony, sub-optimal stimulation, and restrictive housing, boredom can therefore affect companion animals, particularly those traditionally caged, such as ferrets. We surveyed owners’ (<i>n</i> = 621) percep...

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Main Authors: Alice M. M. Dancer, María Díez-León, Jennifer K. Bizley, Charlotte C. Burn
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-11-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
animal welfare
affective state
boredom indicators
companion animals
positive reinforcement training
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/12/23/3262

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