Researchers studied the tendency to anthropomorphize companion animals as it is related to relationship behaviors (communication and making up) people have with their pets and their experiences of using the pet as social support.
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Rescued Endangered Tortoise Comes to say Thank You!
A remarkable experience occurs after rescuing an endangered desert tortoise…
Lizards stress-eat from noisy US Army flyovers
Lizards exposed to noise pollution from low-flying fighter jets have resorted to stress-eating.
6 Signs Your Cat Loves You: Expert
An animal behaviorist lays out some strong signs of affection your kitty is probably trying to communicate with you.
Dogs can Smell When You are Stressed
According to a new scientific study dogs can smell when humans are under stress.
Calling All Cat People: Scientists Need Your Input
Scientists are asking for U.S. volunteers who live with cats to participate in a new research project.
‘Pawternity Leave’ Offered by Employers
Pawternity Leave, giving employees time off to care for new pets, is starting to be recognized by more companies.
Hero Rats Help Earthquake Victims
Rats are being trained to assist human rescuers locate survivors stuck in earthquake debris. The animals are a part of The Hero Rats Project.
Positive Tone Matters when Speaking to Animals: Study
According to new scientific research, the way we talk around animals and the way we talk to animals may have an impact on their well-being.
Surprising number of back-to-work adults miss their dog more than their kids
A recent poll of U.S. adults who have or are about to head back to work (post-pandemic lock-down) revealed some surprising facts about family relationships.
The Secret to Getting your Cat to be More Affectionate: Study
New research from Nottingham Trent University has found the key to getting your cat’s affection.
Dogs Long-term Stress Levels: Relationship with Owners may be to Blame
According to the results of a new study, the relationship a dog has with its owner is related to its stress level. The results also suggest that the link between stress and the owner’s personality traits differs between dog breeds.
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