2018年12月7日 · The human-animal bond can be observed in a variety of settings. Working animals, especially, are known for their relationships with their human handlers. Emotional support, therapy, and service animals provide comfort, offer security, and perform daily tasks to help their owners through life.

2024年1月27日 · The Human Pet Relationship is not just about companionship; it’s a complex interplay of emotions, responsibilities, and mutual benefits. This article will delve into the intricacies of this relationship, exploring its history, impact on human health, and its future.

This article first notes the benefits of family pets and their importance for resilience. It then examines their role in couple and family processes and their involvement in relational dynamics and tensions. Next, it addresses bereavement in the loss of a cherished pet, influences complicating grief, and facilitation of mourning and adaptation.

2017年2月7日 · Drawing from research on family practices including kinship, household routines, childhood socialization, and domestic violence, this paper considers how pets participate in “doing” family and what their presence means for this social arrangement long considered quintessentially human.

2016年5月4日 · The clearest example is the practice of pet keeping, with people attributing a special status to their companion animals. We review the current state of research on human–animal relations by focusing particularly on companion animals and on the psychological mechanisms involved in this special relationship.

2024年9月23日 · The deep bond between humans and pets goes beyond cuddles and companionship—science explains it all! From the release of the “love hormone” oxytocin to the way pets reduce stress, anxiety, and even improve your health, this article dives into the fascinating connection between you and your furry friend.

5 天之前 · Early humans and wolves formed a symbiotic relationship, with wolves scavenging near human settlements. Humans selectively bred friendlier and more cooperative wolves over time, leading to the domesticated dog. Ancient Civilizations (10,000 – 3,000 BCE) Dogs were used for hunting, herding, and guarding livestock.

2016年11月17日 · This chapter reviews research demonstrating that pets play a meaningful role in improving owners’ lives. For example, people facing health challenges fare better in numerous ways when they have a pet. Pet ownership benefits everyday people as well, with pet owners showing better well-being and more positive personality characteristics.

2025年2月15日 · Rescued from the illegal pet trade or habitat loss, these great apes receive care and support from dedicated humans, forming remarkable bonds that aid in their rehabilitation and release back into the wild. ... The stories of animal-human bonds span numerous species and settings, illustrating that emotional connections extend beyond human ...

2022年11月8日 · Human-pet relations are imbued with power imbalances, with many pets depending on humans for food and water, shelter, health care, and sheer survival. A majority of people report loving their pets and consider them to be integral family members; however, the care provided to pets varies widely and can be, in some cases, suboptimal.