Applications open for 2026 human-animal bond research funding programMay 6, 2025Eligible universities, foundations, charities, and NGOs are invited to submit human-animal bond research proposals by August 15, 2025, for a chance to receive up to \$40,000 in funding.
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Study explores health benefits of human-dog interactionsMarch 4, 2025The newly funded research aims to uncover the mechanisms behind the health benefits of human-animal interactions.
Impact of 'small furry' rescue pets on human well-being explored in new studyJanuary 6, 2025This project will survey small pet owners to see how adopting rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, and mice from shelters affects their mental and physical well-being.
AI leveraged to explore the impact of human-animal bondDecember 10, 2024The newly funded research will use machine learning, data analytics, and human cohort data to explore the human-animal bond and its impact on pet and human health.
Exploring the human-animal bond and how pets enhance our mental healthOctober 24, 2024Learn ways pets contribute to our well-being and how veterinary professionals can play a pivotal role in encouraging this dynamic.
Pets benefit mental health of owners in the U.S., poll revealsMarch 18, 2024While the positive impact of companion animals was highlighted in the survey, American owners also expressed some concerns about their pets, including aging and death, and worrying about their health condition
Interacting with dogs boosts concentration and stress relief, study findsMarch 15, 2024The research used an electroencephalogram (EEG) scan, which revealed changes in brainwaves while performing various activities with a dog, including petting, grooming, and walking
Access to vet care, strengthened human-animal bond focus of new strategic partnershipDecember 5, 2023Synchrony will help HABRI in strengthening the human-animal bond by funding research projects and amplifying science-based education.
