Companion Animals
Emergency and Disaster Planning at Ohio Animal Shelters
Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 (Original item from 2007) Companion Animals
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This cross-sectional study of the level of emergency and disaster response planning at Ohio animal shelters, and response planning by Ohio agencies in their communities, shows a lack of preparedness and the under-utilization of such agencies as a resource.
The Association Between Pet Care & Deviant Household Behaviors... in New Providence (Bahamas)
Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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A study of college students from New Providence, The Bahamas, identifies a link between domestic violence (at both household and personal levels) and pet care in Afro-Caribbean communities. Where pets were intentionally harmed and "not well cared for," researchers also found evidence of other violence or deviant behavior.
Exploratory Study of Stress Buffering Response Patterns from Interaction with a Therapy Dog
Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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This analysis of existing research on the physiological stress response of humans in interacting with their own dogs and/or unfamiliar therapy dogs under similar conditions found that the stress response of owners interacting with their own dogs may extend to others interacting with unknown therapy dogs.
A Comparison of Maltreated Children and Non-Maltreated Children on Their Experiences with Animals - A Japanese Study
Submitted on Feb 07, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Companion Animals
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This study in Japan was conducted to analyze the difference between maltreated and non-maltreated children when it comes to their experiences with animals.
New Research Reveals 'Faux Paws' at Feline Mealtime
Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Companion Animals
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A survey sponsored by "9 Lives" brand cat food (Del Monte Foods) found that 94% of U.S. cat owners believe they feed their felines the most nutritious meals possible. However, 48% have fed their cat(s) table scraps on average seven times per month and only 30% know that cow's milk is unhealthy for cats, most of whom are lactose intolerant.
More Cat Owners Have Degrees than Dog Lovers
Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Companion Animals
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A poll of 2,542 households in the UK found that 47% of those with cats had at least one person with a university degree, compared with 38% of households with dogs. This is possibly due to the longer hours associated with jobs that have higher qualifications, which can make caring for a dog more difficult.
HRC is Adding a New Research Director - Applicants Welcome!
Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 Advocacy Strategies | Animal Experimentation | Companion Animals | Diet and Nutrition | Entertainment Animals | Farmed Animals | General Animal Protection | Research Tools and Methods | Vegetarianism and Veganism | Wildlife and Exotics
The Humane Research Council (HRC) is currently seeking an experienced research project manager, analyst, and writer to work for our organization as our newly appointed Research Director. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience with both analytical research and animal protection issues.
An Examination of the Potential Role of Pet Ownership, Human Social Support and Pet Attachment...
Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 (Original item from 2010) Companion Animals
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Researchers examined the relationship between companion animal ownership and psychological health among the general population and found that neither pet ownership nor one's attachment level with pets predicts the loneliness levels of individuals living alone.
Effects of Having Pets at Home on Children's Attitudes toward Popular and Unpopular Animals
Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 (Original item from 2009) Companion Animals
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This report covers three surveys of Slovakian school children to determine the effects of keeping pets on the attitudes of children on three unpopular animals. Research findings suggest that having a pet at home positively affects the attitudes of children toward both popular and unpopular animals.
Companion Animal Nutrition: A Survey of Veterinarians
Submitted on Jan 24, 2010 (Original item from 1998) Companion Animals
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This study surveyed veterinarians and veterinary students regarding their attitudes toward companion animal nutrition and commercial pet foods, finding that the health problems most frequently influenced by nutrition include obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, developmental bone disease (dogs), and lower urinary tract disease (cats).
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