Canine Wellbeing Science and Innovation Center

Research, Education, and Applied Welfare

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Explore the Center

Research

We develop non-invasive tools to assess chronic stress and wellbeing in companion dogs, and study ways to reduce stress and support recovery.

Knowledge Hub

We make cutting-edge science accessible and useful for canine professionals, organizations, and dedicated caregivers.

Applied Welfare

We help people and organizations create welfare-informed care, enrichment, and environments tailored to dogs’ needs.

Founder

Founded by Alisa Tananaeva, PhD, an animal behavior scientist specializing in chronic stress assessment and mitigation in companion dogs.

Research Focus

Our research is grounded in the fact that companion dogs live in urban environments and are fully dependent on humans for access to the resources and experiences that allow them to meet their physiological, safety, social, and cognitive needs. If these needs remain difficult to meet over time, this lead to chronic stress, which contributes to behavior problems and reduced wellbeing.
We study how to identify chronic stress early, prevent it where possible, reduce it when it is already present, and design environments and interventions that better support dogs’ needs.

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Measure chronic stress and wellbeing

We develop non-invasive tools to identify chronic stress early and evaluate dogs’ wellbeing in everyday environments

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Prevent and reduce chronic stress

● What can we do to reduce chronic stress in dogs living in human‑managed environments?● Which strategies we can use to improve dog's wellbeing?

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Build resilience

● Which experiences and routines help dogs build resilience and cope better with everyday challenges?

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Understand the role of olfaction

● What role does olfaction really play in dogs’ daily lives?● How can scent-based interventions support welfare and mental state?

FAQ

Perhaps you'll find an answer to your question here.

  • We offer all services related to pet care. These include grooming, training, dog walking, pet sitting, pet hotel, etc.

  • Yes, we have 3 vets that specialize in different pets, from cats to parrots and exotic animals. Still, we're not a vet clinic, so our vets provide only consultations and do not perform any procedures.

  • A pet sitter is a person that looks after your pets when you're out. It includes feeding, washing, providing walks and exercises, etc.

  • Yes, you travel with peace of mind. We have a mini-hotel for all kinds of pets. It is spacious, comfortable, and fully equipped.

  • Sure, if you need a pet sitter just once, you can order such a service. Also, you can request a pet sitter for 1-2 hours and decide whether you want to use our services later.

  • It depends on the breed and the services included, so it's better to contact our managers. They will gladly tell you the price for the grooming of your pet.

Our Latest Articles

Read more about pet care in our blog.

Pet health | September 24, 2024

Meal Options for Your Dog

Proper nutrition is especially important for purebred dogs. Some dogs are in rather poor health, and you should maintain it with healthy food and vitamins.

Pet care | September 12, 2024

How to Look After Rabbits

Indoor rabbits are so soft and fluffy that every second family thinks about buying a rabbit! But these animals require special care, including a spacious cage.

Pet health | September 03, 2024

Signs Your Cat is Stressed

Everyone knows that cats can be very wayward animals. But sometimes they show their bad temper for special reasons, namely because they are stressed.

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