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Education and training for sustainable dog health programs

Education and training for sustainable dog health programs

Summary

Identifies and examines the key factors for a sustainable DHP.

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The history of dog health and population control programs extends back over almost 30 years, with varying degrees of success on the record. One of the major limitations to this success has been a lack of sustainability, with too many programs foundering after a relatively short time. This paper explores the factors that need to be addressed in seeking sustainability, with emphasis on the role of education and training.