الفهرس 
Title : Study straydog welfare, health status and humane method for their population control
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Abstract
This study investigates the impact of catch, neuter, return and management (CNRM) programonfree-roaming dogs (FRD) population size over three years in three distinct areas(Maadi, Zahraa-Maadi, and Degla-Maadi) of Cairo, Egypt. The study recorded also the prevalence of various health indices in FRD population and implemented a modified behavioral evaluation method associated with a management program for controlling their aggressive level. A total number of 100 FRD were collected from the same areas. They were assessed for the presence of ticks, open wounds, lameness, and body condition score by clinical examination and laboratory analysis and then admitted for treatment and vaccination. Eight dogs were selected to assess their aggression level. They were exposed to a 10 behavioral test series to measure the dog’s initial reaction and subsequent recovery. Then they were housed in kennels and retested after being subjected to a management procedure for one week.Dog’s aggressive responses were reduced in all previous tests following exposure to a good management program. In conclusion, our modified behavioral system with suitable management procedures was successful; in terms of time-saving, accuracy, and reliability in assessing and managing FRD aggressive level.