Regina Lizik, Author at National Canine Research Council

Two Myths about Behavior Evaluations for Shelter Dogs

Regina Lizik May 17, 2023May 25, 2023Uncategorized

You might think behavior evaluations make placing shelter dogs safer. But, research shows that some of the most common beliefs about shelter dogs and evaluations are actually just myths. Myth #1 Dogs living in shelters are behaviorally diﬀerent from dogs living with families There is a prevailing myth that shelter dogs are “damaged” or “have something wrong with them.” This myth can lead to shelters running a battery of tests, called behavior evaluations, on the dogs in their care, in … Continue reading “Two Myths about Behavior Evaluations for Shelter Dogs”

Embracing Dogs as Individuals at the Latest Insurance Conference

Regina Lizik March 21, 2023April 21, 2023News

Legislators want to focus more on responsible dog ownership than breed restrictions in home insurance.

Are we Smart Enough to Know How Smart Our Dogs Are?

Regina Lizik February 8, 2023April 21, 2023Uncategorized

A viral study about canine cognition doesn’t reveal as much as you might think about how much your dog thinks.

The Government Has a Moral Obligation to be Correct

Regina Lizik February 5, 2023April 21, 2023News

Breed-specific legislation does not reflect how U.S. citizens feel about their pets.

Judgment Free Pet Rehoming Reunited a Senior Dog and His Person

Regina Lizik January 3, 2023April 4, 2023Uncategorized

There’s scientific research to back up why this works.

Action Patterns Aren’t Personality. Here’s What a Recent Canine Genetics Study Really Means About Your Dog’s Behavior

Regina Lizik December 21, 2022April 4, 2023News

A new genetics study reveals more about the canine division of labor in ancient times, but not about your dog’s individual personality.

Home Insurance Legislators Unanimously Agree to Put Science Ahead of Fear When It Comes to Dog Owners

Regina Lizik November 28, 2022April 4, 2023Uncategorized

On Friday, Nov 18, 2022 the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) unanimously agreed to adopt a model law that bars insurance companies from using breed restrictions to deny homeowners and renters liability insurance. This is important for three reasons. First, it is a step forward in creating more equitable housing and inclusive communities, as these restrictions are a form of proxy discrimination. It is also highly likely that every state that adopts this legislation will see a reduction in … Continue reading “Home Insurance Legislators Unanimously Agree to Put Science Ahead of Fear When It Comes to Dog Owners”

It’s Not Who Your Dog Is, It’s Who You Are To Your Dog

Regina Lizik October 21, 2022April 4, 2023Uncategorized

Studies show that the stronger a dog’s attachment to their owner the more secure the dog feels.

Loving A Dog Doesn’t Require Perfection

Regina Lizik September 15, 2022April 4, 2023Uncategorized

Watch Janis Bradley discuss her research on the relevance of behavior evaluations for shelter dogs.

Author: Regina Lizik