Dogs in the North

Losey, Robert J.; Wishart, Robert Patrick; Loovers, Jan Peter Laurens

doi:10.4324/9781315437736

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“…They stipulate that there be an “ethnocentric bias that sees all roaming dogs as strays or feral, born of a construct of “pet ownership” whereby a dog can only belong to someone—and perhaps be loved—if it is restricted” ( 62 ). The concepts of “pet ownership” and domestication in relation to Indigenous communities are criticized by many other authors ( 5 , 63 ). Cohen et al reported that the dogs were not seen as property, but rather as part of the family ( 64 ).…”

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“…Saami, Nenets, and Evenk people in Eurasia, and Inuit, Cree and Innu people in the Americas are among the main Indigenous people living in the arctic and subarctic territories. Many northern Indigenous communities have relied on dogs to hunt, travel or protect their belongings and families ( 5 ). However, this ancient partnership has also been profoundly affected by colonization, settlement, proliferation of snowmobiling and other socio-cultural and environmental changes ( 5 , 6 ).…”

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“…Many northern Indigenous communities have relied on dogs to hunt, travel or protect their belongings and families ( 5 ). However, this ancient partnership has also been profoundly affected by colonization, settlement, proliferation of snowmobiling and other socio-cultural and environmental changes ( 5 , 6 ). Despite these recent (and sometime rapid) changes, dogs still play an important role in many northern Indigenous communities.…”

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Occurrence and Risk Factors of Dog Bites in Northern Indigenous Communities: A Scoping Review

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The relationship between northern Indigenous people and dogs has evolved over the past years alongside events such as colonization, settlement, proliferation of snowmobiling and other socio-cultural and environmental changes. These changes have had negative impacts on this relationship, and with the endemic presence of arctic fox rabies, dog bites have become an important public health burden. The objective of this study was to synthesize the state of knowledge regarding the occurrence of dog bites and associated risk factors in the specific context of northern Indigenous communities. A scoping review was conducted in seven bibliographic databases, from June 2018 to May 2020. From this search, 257 original studies were identified and eight papers were included for final analysis. Annual occurrence of dog bites in northern Indigenous communities ranged from 0.61 to 59.6/10,000 inhabitants. Dog bites affected 27–62.9% of the population in those regions during their lifetime. Very few studies compared the occurrence of dog bites between people living in northern communities with other populations or settings, but available evidence suggests that Indigenous people living in northern communities are at higher risk of dog bites than the rest of the population. Several individual and environmental risk factors were identified in the selected studies, although the strength of evidence varied significantly. Age (children) and gender (male) were well documented individual risk factors. Other factors, such as organizational barriers to dog management and lack of access to veterinary services, were identified and discussed by several authors. The results of this study support concerns about the higher risk of bites in northern Indigenous communities, and underscore the urgent need for more research into the contextual and environmental factors that impact the mitigation of these risks.

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Occurrence and Risk Factors of Dog Bites in Northern Indigenous Communities: A Scoping Review

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“…In these northern Indigenous communities, dogs are known for their historic and important roles, including hunting, transportation and protecting families. However, the presence of free-roaming dogs in small settlements, historical traumas related to the massive culling of northern dogs in the 1950's, the increased use of snowmobiles, and other socio-cultural and environmental changes have complicated the balance between risks and benefits of dogs in those contexts (18,19).…”

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding dogs and dog bites in Indigenous northern communities: A mixed methods study

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IntroductionThe singular relationship developed over the years between northern Indigenous peoples and dogs has been profoundly changed through historical trauma, settlements and increased use of snowmobiles. Issues related to dogs have become increasingly complex and worrisome with the endemic presence of the rabies virus among Arctic fox populations, and given the fact that northern Indigenous peoples may have a higher risk of dog bites than the general population. This study aimed to investigate factors related to the risk of dog bites in Naskapi and Innu communities located in northern Quebec (Canada) by (1) describing the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) regarding dogs and dog bites in these communities, and (2) analyzing experiences of inhabitants and health professionals with regard to dog bites and their management.MethodsA mixed methods study design that combined an observational cross-sectional survey and individual interviews was used. The survey collected data on KAP regarding dogs and dog bites among 122 respondents. Individual interviews (n = 37) were then conducted with victims of dog bites, owners of dogs that have bitten a person before, and health professionals. Descriptive and inferential analysis (quantitative data) and thematic analysis (qualitative data) were performed.Results and discussionResults highlighted that 21% of respondents have had a dog bite in their lifetime. Most respondents were not aware of the risk of contracting rabies following a dog bite, although rabies risk perception was associated with risk perception of dogs (linear regression: coefficient = 0.69, 95% CI = 0.36–1.02). The odds of being more knowledgeable on rabies were higher (logistic regression: OR = 2.92, 95% CI = 1.07–7.98) among young adults. Dogs were perceived as both threats and protectors by community members. When the fear of dogs was present, it affected the quality of life of some inhabitants. There was confusion about responsibilities in the management of biting dogs, although protocols to follow after a bite were clear for health care professionals. This study revealed a lack of awareness and knowledge about dog bites and rabies risks in both communities. Results provide important knowledge for the development of interventions adapted to northern Indigenous communities.

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Domestic dogs and wild canids on the Northwest Coast of North America: Animal husbandry in a region without agriculture?

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Crockford

2020

Journal of Anthropological Archaeology

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Dogs in the North

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Occurrence and Risk Factors of Dog Bites in Northern Indigenous Communities: A Scoping Review

Occurrence and Risk Factors of Dog Bites in Northern Indigenous Communities: A Scoping Review

Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding dogs and dog bites in Indigenous northern communities: A mixed methods study

Domestic dogs and wild canids on the Northwest Coast of North America: Animal husbandry in a region without agriculture?

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