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| Personal Name | Estioco, Sheila May S. |
|---|---|
| Resource Title | Resilient Companions: Designing a Rehabilitation and Training Landscape to Transform Stray Dogs into Search and Rescue Partners |
| Date Issued | June 2026 |
| Abstract | Metro Manila faces a pressing issue of stray dog overpopulation leading to health and safety issues, which can be a pressing for highly urbanized and populated area such as Quezon City. Though spay and neuter programs exist, they remain limited, resulting in overcrowded shelters and euthanasia. Disasters further increase animal abandonment, while threatening human lives, property and infrastructure. Despite the city’s vulnerability to disasters, training facilities and response capacity are insufficient. Studies show that search and rescue dogs can increase response speed and effectiveness of locating survivors. In response, this study employs a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative data from surveys and qualitative insights from key informant interviews and case studies. Survey results indicate generally positive community attitudes toward stray dog rehabilitation and strong support for related participation initiatives, reinforcing the social feasibility of the concept. Findings from interviews and case studies further emphasize the importance of well-structured rehabilitation environments, including intake and assessment areas, therapeutic and socialization spaces that support behavioral recovery and physical well-being. These are complemented by a gradual training framework that begins with basic obedience and core skills, progressing toward advanced training that builds confidence and capability for working roles. The integration of realistic disaster simulation areas further strengthens preparedness and functional training outcomes. By synthesizing rehabilitation facilities, progressive training landscapes, and community-oriented spaces, the study develops a site development plan that transforms stray dogs into potential search and rescue partners while fostering meaningful human-animal interaction. Ultimately, this integrated approach reframes a pressing urban issue into an opportunity to enhance disaster resilience, promote animal welfare, and str |
| Degree Course | Bachelor of Landscape Architecture |
| Language | English |
| Keyword | Lost dogs--Quezon City; Dogs--Training--Quezon City; Dogs--Rehabilitation--Quezon City |
| Material Type | Thesis/Dissertation |
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