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Dispersal testing, age and conditions at the time of the test
| Dispersal test | PND | Presence and age of pups from subsequent litters |
|---|---|---|
| 1st dispersal test | PND 21 | No new pups present |
| 2nd dispersal test | PND 28-29 | 2nd Litter present, newborn pups |
| 3rd dispersal test | PND 41-42 | 2nd Litter present, juveniles |
| 4th dispersal test | PND 55-56 | 3rd Litter present, juveniles |
| 5th dispersal test | PND 69-70 | 4th Litter present in most groups, newborn pups |
