Pairing shelter dogs has 'pawsitive' results.

A study conducted by Virginia Tech found that shelter dogs fare better when housed with a companion rather than being alone. The research, led by Erica Feuerbacher, showed that dogs housed together exhibited fewer signs of stress and were adopted more quickly. This study is the first to examine the effects of cohousing on U.S.-based shelter dogs, as previous studies focused on laboratory and veterinary school dogs. The findings suggest that pairing dogs in shelters could be a beneficial intervention for improving their welfare and increasing their adoptability. [Extracted from the article]