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Breast cancer survivors’ experiences of pet ownership: A qualitative analysis

Human-Animal Interactions, 2023
Research suggests that the emotional bond shared with a pet can be particularly significant for those with declining physical health, yet little is known about breast cancer survivors’ experiences with pet ownership.
Jennifer Currin-McCulloch, Lori R. Kogan, Amelia Malone, Savannah Schwab, Linda S. Cook   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

The Complexity of the Human–Animal Bond: Empathy, Attachment and Anthropomorphism in Human–Animal Relationships and Animal Hoarding

, 2022
The human–animal relationship is ancient, complex and multifaceted. It may have either positive effects on humans and animals or poor or even negative and detrimental effects on animals or both humans and animals.
Emanuela Prato-Previde, Colombo, Elisa Silvia, Elisa Basso Ricci, Prato-Previde, Emanuela, Elisa Silvia Colombo, Basso Ricci, Elisa   +5 more
core   +1 more source

Children’s experiences of positive affect with pet dogs: A multi-method study

Human-Animal Interactions, 2023
Experiences of positive affect (PA) are common when interacting with animals and may help to build resilience. This study explored how children’s relationships with pet dogs, parents, and friends are related to their experiences of PA with their pet dog.
Kathryn A. Kerns, Carli A. Obeldobel, Heather House, Logan B. Kochendorfer, Allysia White, Marissa Gastelle   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Listen to Us: Perceptions of Animal Voice and Agency

, 2023
In many contexts, the interests of nonhuman animals (hereafter “animals”) are often overlooked or considered to be a lower priority than those of humans.
Anja M. Thomsen, Kelly K. Miller, Adam P. A. Cardilini, William T. Borrie   +3 more
core   +1 more source

People and Zoos: The Role and Implementation of Direct Human–Animal Interactions in Zoological Establishments

Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens
Zoological establishments have five main roles: education, conservation, recreation, research, and provision of positive welfare to exhibited and housed animals.
Stacey J. Higgs, Maren Huck, David Sheffield, Dean Fido   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

What’s the fuzz: The frequency, practice and perceptions of equine facial hair trimming revealed in a survey of horse owners in Australia

Human-Animal Interactions, 2023
Recently, equine organizations from multiple countries around the world, including Australia, have implemented bans on the trimming of vibrissae (sensory hairs located around the muzzle and eyes) of horses competing in their events.
Susan J. Hazel, Carly Holman, Kirrilly Thompson   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of previous handling experiences on responses of dairy calves to routine husbandry procedures [PDF]

, 2013
The nature of human–animal interactions is an important factor contributing to animal welfare and productivity. Reducing stress during routine husbandry procedures is likely to improve animal welfare.
Stewart, Mairi, Schütz, K.E., McLeay, Lance M., Webster, J.R., Shepherd, Haley Marie, Waas, Joseph R.   +5 more
core   +1 more source

The Influence of Canine Ownership on Maternal and Fetal Microbiomes and Their Associated Health Outcomes: A Review of the Literature

Human-Animal Interactions, 2023
The human microbiome is the collection of microbes across both internal and external body sites that exist mutualistically with each person. There is a strong correlation between diverse microbial communities and improved health.
Carrie Stenger
doaj   +1 more source

Organoids in pediatric cancer research

FEBS Letters, EarlyView.
Organoid technology has revolutionized cancer research, yet its application in pediatric oncology remains limited. Recent advances have enabled the development of pediatric tumor organoids, offering new insights into disease biology, treatment response, and interactions with the tumor microenvironment.
Carla Ríos Arceo, Jarno Drost
wiley   +1 more source

The role of attachment in children’s relationships with pets: From pet care to animal harm

Human-Animal Interactions, 2022
Relatively little is known about how attachment influences children’s relationships to pets or mediates positive and negative interaction outcomes. We carried out in-depth interviews with 27 children, including nine children at high-risk for animal harm ...
Laura M. Wauthier, Steve Farnfield, Joanne M. Williams   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source