Detail-oriented research + public policy specialist with over 8 years of professional non-profit experience and an M.S. in Animals and Public Policy from Tufts University. Proven record of long-term policy tracking and research. Significant demonstrated success in fact-checking, editing, and standardization, including in published research. Recognized for self-motivation, organization, critical thinking, and thoroughness. Interested in the intersection of social justice + animal welfare, with a focus on breed-specific legislation. Believer in non-judgemental community resources and re-imagined community policies to keep pets + people together. Passionate about removing barriers to human reproductive health care.

Patronek, G. J., Bradley, J., & Arps, E. (2022). Saving Normal: A new look at behavioral incompatibilities and dog relinquishment to shelters. Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 49: 36-45.

Available open access:

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jveb.2021.11.007

Patronek, G.J., Bradley, J, & Arps, E. (2019). What is the evidence for reliability and validity of behavior evaluations for shelter dogs? A prequel to “No better than flipping a coin." Journal of Veterinary Behavior, 31: 43-58.

Available open access:

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jveb.2019.03.001

For more information on background, experience, research interests,

+ independent researcher opportunities, please reach out:

elizabethannarps@gmail.com