The Power of Pets
The science behind the powerful bond we share with pets.
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“She Saved My Life”: How Service Dogs Can Prevent Suicide in Veterans
Service dogs are increasingly aiding military veterans, particularly those with PTSD. Recent research with Canadian veterans revealed that service dogs offer crucial social support, reducing…
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Therapy Dogs Help Survivors Heal After Florida School Shooting
Research on the impact of therapy dogs at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School after a shooting showed significant benefits for students. Interaction with therapy dogs…
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Lead-Related Injuries: The Hidden Hazards of Dog Walking
Research indicates a significant rise in dog lead-related injuries, quadrupling over 20 years, particularly among women over 65. While dog walking promotes health, accidents often…
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Dog Interactions Alter the Electrical Activity in Our Brains, Study Reveals
Recent research in South Korea with 30 participants explored the effects of eight dog-related activities on emotional and physiological responses. Findings showed that playing and…
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No ‘Pet Effect’ for People Living With Severe Mental Illness, Study Reveals
Pets’ positive impact on mental wellbeing is widely accepted, but a UK study of individuals with severe mental illnesses found no evidence of this “pet…
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Pet Power: How Early Exposure to Pets can Protect Against Childhood Asthma
A recent study in Finland found that early exposure to pets, especially dogs, may protect children from developing allergies and asthma. The research showed a…
● About Me
I’m Carla Jade Hart, PhD, an experienced research scientist and specialist in human-animal interaction. My mission is to disseminate the findings of high-quality research which illuminate the ways that pets contribute to our physical, cognitive, and psychological wellbeing.
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