Professor of Psychology, Mercer University

Mercer University Faculty Picture

Courses Taught ( * indicates since 1984)

* Psychological Methods I: Experimental Design (& Laboratory)
* Psychological Methods II: Statistics (& Laboratory)
Psychological Measurement (Testing)
Senior Research
Statistics
Aggression
* Animal Behavior (& Laboratory)
Animal Social Behavior (& Laboratory)
Behavior Genetics
* Biological Basis of Behavior (& Laboratory)
* Biopsychology
* Psychology of Learning (& Laboratory)
* Introduction to Psychology
Developmental Psychology (Life Span)
Comparative Social Development
* Social Psychology
* History and Systems







Student Research (Updated as of 2009)

 Jancy Parkerson’s First Place award poster for the 2009 Mercer University Undergraduate Research Symposium.  The title of Jancy’s poster presentation was “Psychological and Physiological Effects of 3-Methyl-2-Hexenoic Acid on Women.”  Jancy’s Honors Project in Psychology (Psy 496) was an interdisciplinary effort supervised by Honors Committee members John C. Wright, Ph.D., CAAB (Chair; Psychology), Kevin M. Bucholtz, Ph.D. (Chemistry), and William J. Jenkins, Ph.D. (Psychology).

Psychology majors Karen Adkins, Allison Smith, Tiffany Duffy and Katie Daniel, with their faculty advisor Dr. John C. Wright, won first place from the Georgia Psychological Association for their research, "The Effects of Temperament and Breed on the Perceptions of Adoptability of shelter Dogs."








Curriculum Vita (Updated as of 2006)

I. IDENTIFYING DATA

Office Address:
Mercer University
Psychology Department - 106 Wiggs Hall
1400 Coleman Ave.
Macon, GA 31207

Phone: (478) 301-2973
Fax: (478) 301-2956
Email: Wright_JC@Mercer.edu



II. EDUCATION

Ph.D. 1976 Miami University, Oxford, OH (Experimental Psychology)
M.A. 1972 Miami University, Oxford, OH (Psychology)
B.A. 1970 Wittenberg University (Psychology)



III. ACADEMIC POSITIONS

1992-present Professor of Psychology
Mercer University
1400 Coleman Ave
Macon, GA 31207

1992-2004 Adjunct Faculty
Department of Anatomy and Radiology
College of Veterinary Medicine
University of Georgia
Athens, GA 30602

1983-1992 Associate Professor of Psychology
Mercer University
1400 Coleman Ave
Macon, GA 31207

1980-1983 Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology
Clemson University
Clemson, SC 29631

1975-1980 Instructor/Assistant Professor of Psychology
Berea College
Berea, KY 40404



IV. PEER REVIEWED ARTICLES, BOOK CHAPTERS, GUIDES AND REVIEWS

Wright, J.C. (2009). Dog Behavior. In J. Mays (Ed). National Animal Control Association Training Guide (3rd
ed. Ch6 pp. 1-20). Kansas City: NACA.

Wright, J.C., Smith, A., Daniel, K., & Adkins, K. (2007). Dog breed stereotype and exposure to negative
behavior: Effects on perceptions of adoptability.  Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science, 10(3), 255- 265.

Wright, J.C., Reid, P. & Rozier, Z. (2005). Treatment of Emotional Distress & Disorders --Non-
pharmacological Methods. In (Editor: McMillan, F.D.), Mental Health and Well-being of Animals,
Blackwell Publishing, Ames, IA.

Wright, J.C. (2005). Comment on van Kerkhove's "Wolf-Pack Theory." Journal of Applied Animal
Welfare Science, 7(4), 295-298.

Wright, J.C. & Amoss, Richard T. (2004). Aggression, Soiling and Time-of-Gonadectomy in Household
Kittens. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 224, 1790-1795.

Wright, J.C. (2000). Dog behavior (Canis familiaris). In D.W. Larson (Ed). National Animal Control
Association Training Guide (2nd ed). Kansas City: NACA, Ch6, 1-19.

Greene, C.E., Goldstein, E.J.C., & Wright, J.C. (1998). Bite wound infections. In C.E. Greene (Ed).
Infectious diseases of the dog and cat (2nd ed.). Phila.: W.B. Saunders Co., 330-337.

Hahn, M.E., & Wright, J.C. (1998). The influence of genes on social behavior of dogs. In T. Grandin (Ed).
Genetics and the behavior of domestic animals. San Diego: Academic Press, 299-318.
Ch6 pp1-19.

Wright, J.C. (1996). Canine aggression: Dog bites to people. In V. L. Voith & P. L. Borchelt (Eds.),
Readings in companion animal behavior. New Jersey: Veterinary Learning Systems, 240-246.

Gershman, K.A., Sacks, J.J., & Wright, J.C. (1994). Which dogs bite? A case-control study of risk
factors.Pediatrics, 93,(6), 913-917.

Voith, V.L., Wright, J.C., & Danneman, P.J. (1992). Is there a relationship between canine behavior
problems and spoiling activities, anthropomorphism, and obedience training? Applied Animal Behavior
Science, 34, 263-272.

Wright, J.C. (1992), Review of: Shipp, A.D., 1991 Crown Reduction - Disarming of Biting Pets for
Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, May, 4.

Wright, J.C. (1991). Canine aggression toward people: Bite scenarios and prevention. In A. R. Marder
& V. L. Voith (Eds.), Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice - Vol. 21, No. 2,
Advances in Companion Animal Behavior. Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders, 299-314.

Wright, J.C. (1990). Reported dog bites: Are owned and stray dogs different?
Anthrozoos, 4, (2), 113-119.

Wright, J.C. (1990). Reported cat bites: Characteristics of the cats, the victims, and the attack settings.
Public Health Reports, 105, (4), 420-424.

Wright, J.C. (1989). Canine behavior. In J. Rhoades (Ed). National Animal Control Association Training
Guide. Baton Rouge, LA: National Animal Control Association, 61-76.

Wright, J.C., & Nesselrote, M.S. (1987). Classification of behavior problems in dogs: Distributions of age,
breed, sex, and reproductive status. Applied Animal Behavior Science, 19, 169-178.

Moss, S.P., & Wright, J.C. (1987). The effects of dog ownership on judgements of dog bite likelihood.
Anthrozoos, 1, (2), 95-99.

Wright, J.C. (1985). Severe dog attacks: Characteristics of the dogs, the victims, and the attack settings.
Public Health Reports, 100, (1), 55-61.

Wright, J.C. (1983). The effects of differential rearing on exploratory behavior in puppies. Applied Animal
Ethology, 10, 27-34.

Wright, J.C. & Moore, D. (1982). Comments on animal companions and one-year survival of patients after
discharge. Public Health Reports, 97, (4), 380-381.

Wright, J.C. (1980). The development of social structure during the primary socialization period in German
shepherds. Developmental Psychobiology, 13, (1), 17-24.

Wright, J.C. (1980). Early development of exploratory behavior and dominance in three litters of German
shepherds. In E. Simmel (Ed.), Early Experiences and Early Behavior: Implications for Social
Development. New York: Academic Press, 181-206.

Wright, J.C. (1977). The development of primary socialization in German shepherds (Doctoral
dissertation, Miami University). Dissertation Abstracts International, 37, 3360B.

Wright, J.C. & Simmel, E.C. (1976). Agonistic behavior and social reactivity of LG/J mice in both an arena
and a semi-natural setting. Aggressive Behavior, 2, 11-18.

Simmel, E.C., Wright, J.C., & Smith, M.L. (1974). Changes in leukocyte levels associated with rearing
conditions in C57BL /10J mice. Bulletin of the Psychonomic Society, 3, 269-270.
Cross, H.A., Laux, L.J., Wright, J.C., Pezoldt, V.J., Lowenstein, J.J., Vincent, T.D., & King, N.W. (1969).
Behavioral selectivity in tropical fish. Psychonomic Science, 17, 297-298.
V. TRADE BOOKS PUBLISHED

Wright, J.C. & Lashnits, J.W. (2001). Ain’t misbehavin’: The groundbreaking program for happy,
well-behaved pets and their people. Emmaus, PA: Rodale Press.

Wright, J.C. & Lashnits, J.W. (1999). The dog who would be king: Tales and surprising lessons from a
pet psychologist. Emmaus, PA: Rodale Press.

Wright, J.C. & Lashnits, J.W. (1994). Is your cat crazy? Solutions from the casebook of a cat therapist.
N.Y.: Macmillan. (Ever Clean Feline Behavior Award, 1995; Cat Writers Association Certificate of
Excellence Award,& 1st place, for 'Book - Instructional Non-Fiction')



V. RESEARCH IN PROGRESS

Wright, J.C., Marder, A., Frommer, S. & Amoss, R.L. (data analysis phase): Early behavior and the effects
of early-age gonadectomy in domestic puppies (Canis familiaris). (Supported by grants from the Pet
Care Trust, and Mercer University).

Wright, J.C., Young, L, Amoss, R.T., & Rosier, Z. (experimental design phase): (Behavioral assessment of
puppies for shelter adoption.



VI. CONFERENCE PAPERS PRESENTED

Wright, J.C.  (July, 2010).  The development of behavior problems in puppies (Canis lupus familiaris) and kittens (Felis catus).  47th Animal Behavior Society meeting, Williamsburg, VA

Wright, J.C. (August, 2008). A multiple time-sample comparison of behavior problems in kittens (Felis catus)
and puppies (Canis familiaris). 45th Animal Behavior Society meeting, Snowbird, UT.

Adkins, K., Duffy, T., Smith, A., Daniel, K., & Wright, J.C. (May 2004). The effects of temerament
and breed on perceptions of adoptability of shelter dogs. Georgia Psychological Association,
Hilton Head, S.C.

Wright, J.C. & Amoss, Richard T. (June, 2003). Aggression, inappropriate elimination and gonadectomy
in household kittens (Felis Catus). American Psychological Society, Atlanta, GA.

Wright, J.C. (February, 2003). Animal Shelter Behavior Programs Panel. Interdisciplinary Forum on Applied
Animal Behavior, Austin, TX.

Wright, J.C. (March, 2002). Panic elicited voiding associated with fear of defecating in an adult female
cat (Felis catus): A case report. 6th Interdisciplinary Forum in Applied Animal Behavior, Tampa, FL

Wright, J.C. (March, 2001). Early-age gonadectomy and behavior in puppies (Canis familiaris):
A progress report. 5th Interdisciplinary Forum in Applied Animal Behavior, Newburg, NY

Wright, J.C. (March 2000). On the development of a behavioral assessment tool for shelter dogs.
4th Interdisciplinary Forum in Applied Animal Behavior, Austin, TX

Wright, J.C. (July, 1999). Canine communicative behavior and the development of role-relationships.
Invited scientific paper, American Veterinary Medical Association meeting, New Orleans, LA

Wright, J.C. (July 1998). Early age neutering and behavior in household kittens (Felis catus). Invited
scientific paper, American Veterinary Medical Association meeting, Baltimore.

Wright, J.C., Neubert, D.E. & Amoss, R.T. (June, 1997). Early-age gonadectomy and inappropriate
elimination in household kittens (Felis catus). Animal Behavior Society meeting, College Park, MD.

Crowell-Davis, S., Clark, J.D., Rager, D., Evans, D. & Wright, J.C. (1996, July). Keeping dogs in cages:
Effects on their behavior and health. American Veterinary Medical Association meeting,
Louisville, KY.

Wright, J.C. & Neubert, D. (1995, March). The effects of early-age gonadectomy in kittens (Felis catus).
Southeastern Psychological Association meeting, Savannah.

Wright, J.C., Presley, Y., & Neubert, D. (1994, July). The effects of early-age gonadectomy on behavior
and behavior problems in kittens (Felis catus). Animal Behavior Society meeting, Seattle, WA

Wright, J.C., Presley, Y., Pope, B., & Neubert, D. (1994, March). Early behavior and behavioral
problems in domestic kittens: The effects of early-age gonadectomy. Southeastern Psychological
Association meeting, New Orleans, LA

Wright, J.C., & Walton, M.K. (1992, June). Dog/victim characteristics associated with bites to young
children. Animal Behavior Society meeting, Kingston, Ontario.

Wright, J.C. (1991, June). A behavioral assessment procedure for the evaluation of dangerous/vicious
dogs. Animal Behavior Society meeting, Wilmington, NC.

Wright, J.C., & Walton, M.K. (1991, March). Dog bites to different-aged children. Southeastern
Psychological Association meeting, New Orleans, LA.

Wright, J.C. (1989, November). Companion animals and their victims: Characteristics of the bite
event. Animal Behavior Symposium, Delta Society Confer., Parsippany, NJ.

Wright, J.C. (1989, June). A comparison of stray-dog and cat bites. Animal Behavior Society meeting,
Highland Hts, KY.

Wright, J.C. (1989, March). Reported dog bites: Are strays different from owned dogs? Southeastern
Psychological Association meeting, Washington, DC

Wright, J.C., & Prescott, C. (1988, August). Reported cat bites: Characteristics of the bite event.
Animal Behavior Society meeting, Missoula, MT

Wright, J.C., Montalvo, Jr., A., Prescott, C. & Kelley, P.(1988, March). An analysis of pet and victim
variables associated with cat and dog bites. Southeastern Psychological Association meeting,
New Orleans, LA.

Wright, J.C., & Lockwood, R. (1987, June). Behavioral testing of dogs implicated in a fatal attack
on a young child. Animal Behavior Society meeting, Williamstown, MA.

Marder, A.R., Voith, V.L., & Wright, J.C. (1986, August). Analysis of different types of aggression
in dogs presented for behavior problems. Delta Society International Conference, Boston, MA.

Voith, V.L., Wright, J.C., & Danneman, P.J. (1986, July). Are canine behavior problems related to
owners "spoiling" their dogs or to obedience training? American Veterinary Society of Animal
Behavior meeting, Atlanta, GA.

Moss, S., Wright, J.C. (1986, June). Does dog ownership affect judgements of bite likelihood?
Animal Behavior Society meeting, Tucson, AZ.

Wright, J.C., Metzger, R., Harris, J., & Moss, S. (1986, March). Recognition of visual features
predictive of dog bites in animal control officers. Southeastern Psychological Association
meeting, Orlando, FL.

Wright, J.C., Kimmerling, K., Moss, S., & Metzger, R. (1985, June). The recognition of visual
signals predictive of dogbites: Developmental and gender-related differences in humans.
Invited paper session:"Behavior and Misbehavior of Companion Animals," Animal Behavior
Society meeting, NC.

Wright, J.C., Kimmerling, K., Moss, S. & Metzger, R. (1985, March). Recognition of visual signals
predictive of dogbites in children. Southeastern Psychological Association meeting, Atlanta, GA.

Wright, J.C., Fillingim, R., & Nesselrote, M. (1984, August). Classification of behavior problems in
dogs: Influence of age, breed, sex and reproductive status. Animal Behavior Society meeting,
Cheney, WA.

Wright, J.C. (1983, June). Severe dog bites: Characteristics of dogs, victims, and attack contexts.
Animal Behavior Society meeting, Lewisburg, PA.

Wright, J.C. (1983, March). Diagnosis of behavior problems in dogs & cats. Southeastern
Psychological Association meeting, Atlanta.



VII. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

A. General (Appointments, Invitations, Editorial Service, & Consultation)

1995-present Appointed to the Faculty of the National Animal Control Association’s
Certification Program (6-hour lectures on animal behavior, offered
several times annually for Level 1 Certification)

1994-present Editorial Board (for companion animals), Journal of Applied Animal
Welfare Science.

1981-present Applied Animal Behaviorist: Veterinary referral house calls practice
involving the diagnosis and treatment of dog and cat behavior problems,
Atlanta, GA.;Consultant on legal cases involving dog bites to people.

2003, March “Animal shelter behavior programs” and “Issues in the forensic evaluation
of canine behavior,” Panelist, presented at the 7th Interdisciplinary Forum
on Applied Animal Behavior, Austin, TX

2000 - 1986 Director, Animal Laboratory, Psychology Department, Mercer University.

1999 - 1984 Co-editor (with P.L. Borchelt, Ph.D.) & publisher, Animal Behavior
Consultant Newsletter, published by the Psychology Department,
Mercer University, distributed to applied animal behaviorists
internationally; issues quarterly.

1998, July & March Dog Training Task Force (invited participant). Sponsored by the American
Humane Association to design a certification program for humane dog
training); Denver, CO.

1998, March Interdisciplinary Forum in Applied Animal Behavior, Second Annual
Meeting, Denver, CO.

1997, September Dangerous Dog Summit (panelist). Sponsored by the American Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, New York, NY.

1997, March Interdisciplinary Forum in Applied Animal Behavior, Kansas City, MO
(co-founder and co-organizer with Drs. Hetts & Hunthausen).

1995 - 1992, April Canine behavior consultant for NSF Grant Proposal on the effects of cage
size, & activity on lab animals, P.I., Dr. Daryl Clark, College of
Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens, GA.

1988, June Report (with P. Borchelt, Ph.D.) on behavioral testing of a dog implicated
in an attack on a police officer: Charlotte/Mecklenburg County, NC.

1987, September Consultant to the Vicious Dog Subcommittee of The Georgia State
Legislature on the issue of State Animal Control Legislation, Atlanta, GA.

1987, April Report (with David Tuber, Ph.D.) on behavioral testing of dogs implicated
in a fatal attack on a surgeon; the owners were charged with negligent
homicide: Dayton, OH.

1986, December Report (with R. Lockwood, Ph.D.) on behavioral testing of dogs implicated
in the killing of a young boy; the owner was convicted of negligent
homicide. DeKalb County, (Atlanta) GA.


B. Sample Colloquia / Lectures Presented (1-2 Hrs)

2001, February “Canine communicative behavior and the development of role relationships,”
“Early-Age neutering and behavior in household kittens,” On the behavioral
assessment of dogs.” Invited lectures for the Ohio Veterinary Medical
Association Conference, Columbus, OH.

1998, February "Behavior and behavioral problems in household kittens.” ”Inappropriate
feline elimination.” “Classical versus operant conditioning.” ”Time-out
behaviors for emotional misbehavior.” Invited lectures for the 71st
Western Veterinary Conference, Las Vegas.

1993, May "An Introduction to the Field of Applied Animal Behavior Through Research
and Certification" for Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, GA.

1991, September "Applied Animal Behavior" for the College of Veterinary Medicine, The
University of Georgia, Athens, GA.

1988, April "Canine Communicative Behavior and Aggression" and "Applied Animal
Behavior," Colloquia, and Psi Chi presentation, Presbyterian College,
Clinton, SC.

1987, February "Applied Animal Behavior - Prospects for The Future" for Psi Chi, Clemson
University, Clemson, SC.

1987, February "Applied Animal Behavior - Prospects for The Future" for The Biology
Department, University of Georgia, Athens, GA

1987, February & "Canine Social Behavior" and "Principles of Conditioning" for College of

1985, March Veterinary Medicine, The University of Georgia, Athens, GA.


C. Sample Seminars / Workshops Presented (3 Hrs - 2 Days)

2004, March 2-Day Seminar on Applied Animal Behavior for Cats and Dogs: 3rd Annual
MN Conference." St Cloud, MN., Sponsored by ASPCA,
Petfinders.com, Petco, The HSUS.

2003, October “General Session: Animal Shelter Behavior Programs” for the Second
Empire State Animal Protection Forum, Schenectady, NY.

2003, October “Animal Behavior” for the National Animal Control Association-Level 1
Certification Program, Charleston, SC.

2003, August "Dog Behavior Seminar with Dr. John Wright: Dog Behaviors and
Personalities, Overcoming Canine Fears and Phobias, Motivating your Dog
for Peak Performance, Socializing your Puppy or Older Dog, How Dogs
Communicate with each other, How Dogs Communicate with Humans,
Understanding Dog vs. Dog Aggression, Understanding Dog vs. Human
Aggression” for Canine Capers, Norcross, GA.

2001, November “Factors contributing to aggression in dogs,” and “Procedures for decreasing
aggression” for Professional Animal Behavior Associates’ Canine
Aggression: a Three Day Symposium, University of Guelph, Guelph,
Ontario. Canada.

2001, April “Dog behavior and aggression” for the California Veterinary Medical
Association, Sacramento, CA.

1998, July "Dog behavior and stimulus reactivity" for the Louisville Department of Animal
Control, Louisville, KY.

1998, September “Animal behavior” for the National Animal Control Association - Level 1
Certification Program, Atlanta, GA.

1998, January "Canine & feline communication & behavior" Sponsored by the Alabama
Animal Control Association, Huntsville, AL.

1997, November "Behavioral development and communicative behavior in the dog" sponsored
by Professional Animal Behavior Associates, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
(w/ Peter Borchelt, Ph.D.)

1997, September “Animal behavior” for the National Animal Control Association - Level 1
Certification Program, Cleveland, OH.

1997, March "Canine & Feline Behavior" Sponsored by the Georgia State Animal Control
Association, Macon, GA.

1997, January “Dog Behavior/Misbehavior” sponsored by The Reading Kennel Club,
Reading, PA (w/Peter Borchelt, Ph.D.)

1996, November "Canine & Feline Behavior" for the Alabama State Animal Control
Association, Huntsville, AL.

1996, October “Dog Behavior/Misbehavior” sponsored by Gemini Dog Training Services,
Boston, MA (w/Peter Borchelt, Ph.D.)

1996, October “Animal Behavior” for the National Animal Control Association - Level 1
Certification Program, Charleston, SC.

1996, March "Dog Behavior/Misbehavior" sponsored by the Oriole Dog Training Club,
Baltimore, MD (with Peter Borchelt, Ph.D.)

1996, February "Diagnosis & Treatment of Dog Behavioral Problems - Level II," sponsored
by the Atlanta Obedience Club, Kennesaw, GA

1996, January "Canine Behavior and Aggression," sponsored by the Huntsville Obedience
Training Club, Huntsville, AL.

1995, September "Canine and Feline Behavior," for the South Carolina Animal Care & Control
Association, Santee, SC.

1995, September "Canine Behavior and Aggression," and "Is Your Cat Crazy?," for the Animal
Welfare Conference, sponsored by The National Dog Warden
Association, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom.

1995, June “Dog and Cat Behavior" sponsored by the Lexington Humane Society,
Lexington, KY.

1995, June “Dog and Cat Behavior” for the 21st Annual Southeastern Animal Control
and Care Conf., Columbus, GA.

1995, April “Dog and Cat Behavior: Solutions to Behavioral Problems” sponsored by
the Elkhart County Humane Society, Elkhart, IN.

1995, February "Canine Behavior" for the GA State Animal Control Association.,
Macon, GA.

1995, February "Canine Communicative Behavior and Aggression: Solutions to Behavioral
Problems" sponsored by The Atlanta Dog Obedience Club, Atlanta, GA

1995, April "Animal Behavior" for the National Animal Control Association Level-1
Certification Program, Minneapolis, MN

1994 – 1981 Sixty-seven seminars/workshops on dog/cat behavior to professional
and special interest groups.



VIII. RECENT COMMITTEE SERVICE (SAMPLE)

2000 – 1997 Chair, Issues in Applied Animal Behavior Committee, Animal Behavior Society.
2000 - 1990 Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee, Mercer University.
1994 - 1990 Chair, Board of Professional Certification, Animal Behavior Society.



IX. MEMBERSHIPS IN PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

American Psychological Association
American Psychological Society (Charter Fellow, 1988)
Animal Behavior Society (Professionally Certified, 1991)
Behavior Genetics Association
Cat Writers Association (Council of Directors 1998 - 2000; 2002 - 2004)
Dog Writers Association
Sigma Xi (1977; Charter Member, Mercer Chapter, 2006)








Downloadable Articles                                                                            Download Adobe Reader to view files

Dog Breed Stereotypes and Exposure to Negative Behavior: Effects on Perceptions of Adoptability
Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science Vol. 10, Number 3, pp255-265 (2007)
(.pdf) 9.01MB

Treatment of Emotional Distress and Disorders--Non Pharmacologic Methods
Mental Health and Well Being in Amimals pp145-157 (2005)
(.pdf) 2667 KB

Prevalence of House Soiling and Aggression in Kittens During the First Year After Adoption from a Humane Society
Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Vol. 224, No. 11, June 2004
(.pdf) 768 KB

Comment on van Kerkhove's "Wolf-Pack" Theory
Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science, 7(4), 295-298, Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Inc (2004)
(.pdf) 881 KB

Canine Behavior
NACA Training Guide Chapter 6 (2000)
(.pdf) 1,536 KB

The Influence of Genes on Social Behavior of Dogs
Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals. Chapter 10, Academic Press, (1998)
(.pdf) 1,571 KB

Canine Aggression: Dog Bites to People
Readings in Companion Animal Behavior ,pp240-246 (1996)
(.pdf) 715 KB

Which Dogs Bite? A Case-Control Study of Risk Factors
Pediatrics. Vol. 93, No. 6, June 1994
(.pdf) 778 KB

Is There a Relationship Between Canine Behavior Problems and Spoiling Activities, Anthropomorphism, and Obedience Training?
Applied Animal Welfare Science. Vol. 34, (1992)
(.pdf) 918 KB

The Behavioral Assessment of Dog Aggression
Excerpts from NACA/FACA Dog Behavioral Assessment Workshop (1991)
(.pdf) 394 KB

Canine Aggression Toward People: Bite Scenarios and Prevention
Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice. Vol. 21, No. 2, March 1991
(.pdf) 1,131 KB

Reported Cat Bites in Dallas-Characteristics of the Cats, the Victims, and the Attack Events
Public Health Reports. Vol. 105, No. 4, (1990)
(.pdf) 660 KB

Reported Dog Bites - Are Owned and Stray Dogs Different
Anthrozoös. Vol. 4, No. 2 pp113-119 (1990)
(.pdf) 600 KB

Classification of Behavior Problems in Dogs - Distribution of Age, Breed, Sex and Reproductive Status
Applied Animal Welfare Science. Vol.19, (1987)
(.pdf) 686 KB

Behavioral Testing of Dogs Implicated in a Fatal Attack on a Young Child
Poster presentation at the Animal Behavior Society meeting (1987)
(.pdf) 413 KB

Severe Attacks by Dogs: Characteristics of the Dogs, the Victims, and the Attack Settings
Public Health Reports. Vol. 100, No. 1, (1985)
(.pdf) 496 KB

The Effects of Differential Rearing on Exploratory Behavior in Puppies
Applied Animal Ethology, Vol. 10 (1983)
(.pdf) 544 KB