Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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1087774 | Public Health | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryWe examined whether dog-walking among dog-owners correlated with street pattern and proximity to a park area designated for off-leash use. Dog-walking was associated with street pattern and with nearby off-leash areas, but these associations varied by the measure of dog-walking examined (participation versus frequency in a usual week). Interventions to increase dog-walking should be undertaken and evaluated. Demographic factors, urban design, and whether owners already walk their dogs should be taken into account in planning.
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Authors
G.R. McCormack, M. Rock, B. Sandalack, F.A. Uribe,