human-animal bond

• What is the human-animal bond (HAB)?

  A mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship
• Why is the human-animal bond important in veterinary medicine?

  It influences animal welfare and client relationships
• Who wrote the first article on the therapeutic value of pet ownership?

  James Bossard
• What did Konrad Lorenz contribute to the field of HAB?

  He is considered the father of the field
• Who is known as the father of the therapeutic value of animals?

  Boris Levinson
• What was Leo Bustad's role in the human-animal bond field?

  He encouraged global research on the HAB
• What organization did Leo Bustad co-found?

  The Delta Society
• What was the purpose of the Delta Foundation established in 1977?

  To promote research on the human-animal bond
• What is the significance of the AVMA task force on the Human-animal bond?

  It was established in 1981 to study the HAB
• How did the human-animal bond research evolve from the 1970s to early 1980s?

  Many organizations and centers were developed
• What were the historical problems with the concept of the human-animal bond?

  It was not mainstream or well-funded
• Why did most HAB research leaders come from veterinary medicine?

  They had direct experience with animals
• What percentage of 4th year veterinary students felt competent in assessing client-animal attachment?

  79% felt competent
• What percentage of veterinarians agree that the client's emotional bond is a concern?

  89% of males and 98% of females
• What correlation did the 2022 HABRI Survey find regarding the human-animal bond?

  It correlated with higher rates of veterinary treatment
• What percentage of pet owners consider their pet family?

  95%
• What is the significance of the human-animal bond for mental health?

  It provides benefits like increased happiness
• What percentage of veterinarians discuss the science of the human-animal bond with clients?

  43%
• What factors affect human behavior towards animals?

  Psychological, sociological, and physical factors
• What is anthropomorphism?

  Attributing human feelings to animals
• How does attachment theory relate to the human-animal bond?

  It explains how bonds of affection are formed
• What are the four attachment behaviors in infants?

  Proximity seeking, separation distress, secure base, safe haven
• What does the attachment hierarchy concept refer to?

  Organization of attachment relationships by preference
• What two theories explain the role and value of pets in our lives?

  Family Development Theory and Social Support Theory
• What are the key findings from the 2022 HABRI Survey regarding pet owners?

  • 95% consider pets family
  • 92% would never give up their pet
  • 90% have a close relationship with their pet
  • 86% would pay for extensive veterinary care
  • 76% would make major life changes for their pet
  • 87% experienced health benefits from the bond
  • 98% reported specific health benefits from pets
• What are the key findings from the 2022 HABRI Survey regarding veterinarians?

  • 81% aware of mutual health benefits
  • 71% find discussing HAB valuable
  • 43% discuss HAB science with clients
  • 58% believe it encourages better pet care
  • 53% think it builds client relationships
• What are the factors affecting animal behavior towards humans?

  • Our behavior towards them
  • Their early experiences with humans
  • Their later experiences with humans
  • Genetics and natural instincts
  • History of interactions over time
• What are the psychological factors affecting human behavior towards animals?

  • Attitudes and learned behaviors
  • Personality traits
  • Past experiences and mood
  • Cognitive dissonance
• What are the sociological factors affecting human behavior towards animals?

  • Psychosocial health
  • Personal circumstances
  • Relationships and financial status
  • Job conditions and societal values
• What are the physical factors affecting human behavior towards animals?

  • Noise levels
  • Ease of cleaning environments
  • Flooring conditions
• What are the implications of attachment theory for the human-animal bond?

  • Bonds of affection are formed and maintained
  • Early attachment styles influence later behavior
  • Emotional relationships involve comfort and care
• What are the four behaviors in Bowlby’s attachment behavioral system?

  1. Proximity seeking
  2. Separation distress
  3. Secure base
  4. Safe haven
• How does the Family Development Theory relate to the human-animal bond?

  • Families have life cycle stages
  • Social roles change depending on the stage
  • Pets can play significant roles in family dynamics
• How does the Social Support Theory relate to the human-animal bond?

  • Pets provide emotional and social support
  • They enhance well-being and reduce loneliness
  • They play a role in social interactions
• What is the purpose of attachment behaviors in the face of fear or threat?

  To provide comfort and safety
• Do we experience attachment behaviors with pets?

  Yes, similar to those with people
• What is the Attachment Hierarchy Concept?

  • Multiple attachments organized hierarchically
  • Preferences for various attachment behaviors
• How is the Attachment Hierarchy defined?

  It is a collection of preferred attachment relationships
• What behaviors are included in attachment relationships?

  Proximity seeking, safe haven, secure base
• How does a person's attachment hierarchy change during adolescence?

  It expands to include siblings and peers