Development and validation of two questionnaires: Dental home care and dental health in Swedish dogs.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Dental disease is one of the most common health problems in dogs. However, no studies have investigated the attitudes, opinions and practices of dog owners, veterinarians and veterinary nurses regarding dental health and preventative dental home care in dogs. The objective of this study was therefore to develop and validate questionnaires for this purpose, in accordance with survey methodology guidelines. METHODS:Questionnaire items were determined based on the authors' academic knowledge and clinical experience, and modified throughout the validation process. Several measures were taken to reduce sampling, coverage, measurement and non-response errors. Content validity was assessed by Subject-Matter Experts (SME) and cognitive interviews were conducted in accordance with the "t

SUBMITTER: Brunius Enlund K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6347148 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature