EditorialOpen accessPhrase in the titleImportance of Comparative Psychology in Pet Industry LitigationCharles I. Abramson, Timothy E. BlackComparative psychology is the branch of psychology that studies animal behavior. This article describes the value of comparative psychology for pet industry litigation. An overview is provided on the unique strengths and skills of a comparative psychologist and how comparative psychology differs from other scientific disciplines interested in the behavior of animals. In addition, examples are provided on how comparative … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 13, Issue 3 · 6 Sep 2017 · 8,265 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractLow-cost in vitro Screening Method for Digestibility of Pet ChewsTimothy J. Bowser, Charles I. Abramson, Dwayne BennettFour pet chew treats from four different manufacturers were tested for digestibility using in vitro tests in artificial gastric (stomach) and intestinal juices. In vitro tests were selected to determine the digestibility of dog chews for humane reasons and were conducted under conditions that were designed to simulate the digestive system of dogs. The purpose of the tests was to … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 1, Issue 2 · 31 Dec 2006 · 7,552 accessesView PDFCite