1. Introduction to Animal Science Chapter 23: Pets and Companion Animals

2. The Human Animal Bond

3. Formation of the Bond Claire and Rascal 1. Anthropomorphism a. familiar communication b. well-informed about behavior c. paradox results in anthropomorphism

4. Formation of the Bond 2. Neoteny a. physical features b. vocalizations c. behavior

5. Neoteny

6. Formation of the Bond 3. Allelomimetic Behavior a.mimic behavior of social group b. contributes to anthropomorphism

7. Formation of the Bond 4 Social Support –relaxation –shared experiences (bad times) –reason to move on –nostalgia –long-term relationships –rescued animals –symbolic

8. Consequences of the Human Animal Bond 4 Positive (for humans) –increased survival rates in cardiac patients –lowered blood pressure –socializing potentials for physically disabled

9. 4 longer survival rates for elderly retirees 4 lowered rates of depression among elderly persons 4 fewer physical and psychological symptoms after bereavement 4 increases in self-esteem for children Positive Consequences (cont)

10. Relationships form when different species of animals live in close association with each other: Relationships form when different species of animals live in close association with each other: 1.mutualistic 2.commensalism 3.parasitism Positive Consequences for Animals

11. Very little objective data available to describe our relationships with companion animals except that most are well cared for. Very little objective data available to describe our relationships with companion animals except that most are well cared for.

12. Consequences of the Human Animal Bond 4 Negative (for humans) –conspecifics compete for resources such as food, territory, mates and social rank compete for resources such as food, territory, mates and social rank –destruction of personal property –physical injury –behavior problems

13. 4 separation anxiety is very common - which is evidence an attachment exists. 4 damage to livestock and other animals Negative Consequences for Humans (cont)

14. Negative Consequences for Animals 4 bond is not always enduring 4 behavioral problems –often contributed to by owner –aggression –separation anxiety –obesity

15. The companion animal can be the center of different concentrations of interest - The companion animal can be the center of different concentrations of interest - owner, owner's neighbor, the community, the industry and the animal itself. Each deserves respect and consideration for its interests.

16. Introduction to Animal Science The End