As part of a campaign to raise awareness of the health benefits of the human-animal bond with pet owners from across the world, we’ve translated the ‘Top 5 Benefits of the Human-Animal Bond’ infographic into French and German!   Download the French language infographic here. Download the German language infographic here.   HABRI hopes that in sharing this far and wide, we can encourage people to take care of their pets and remind them that in good times and in bad, our companion animals can be wonderful sources of comfort, joy and support. Please consider posting this infographic on your social media channels, websites and share with your colleagues, friends and family to help us strengthen the human-animal bond for all!   #gallery-1 { margin: auto; } #gallery-1 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 50%; } #gallery-1 img { border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; } #gallery-1 .gallery-caption { margin-left: 0; } /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */ Français – 5 PRINCIPAUX BÉNÉFICES associés à la compagnie d’un animal Deutsch...

Ask any pet owner and they’ll agree, pets enrich our lives. Did you know? There’s scientific research that supports the human-animal bond – or the mutually beneficial relationship between people and pets – for a happier, healthier life. HABRI has created this new infographic highlighting the benefits of a healthy relationship with a pet. HABRI hopes that in sharing this far and wide, we can encourage people to take care of their pets and remind them that in good times and in bad, our companion animals can be wonderful sources of comfort, joy and support. Please consider posting this infographic on your social media channels, websites and with your colleagues, friends and family to help us strengthen the human-animal bond for all! References Allen, K., Blascovich, J., & Mendes, W. B. (2002). Cardiovascular reactivity and the presence of pets, friends, and spouses: The truth about cats and dogs. Psychosomatic medicine, 64(5), 727-739. Janevic, M., Solway, E., Malani, P., Kirch, M., Kullgren, J., & Connell, C. (2019). National Poll on Healthy Aging: How pets contribute to healthy aging. Brooks, H., Rushton, K., Walker, S., Lovell, K., & Rogers, A. (2016). Ontological...

Mental health is important for all of us. Research demonstrates how interactions with pets can play an important role in stress management, social support, exercise, and the development of good coping skills – essential strategies for maintaining good mental health. In celebration of Mental Health Month this May, HABRI and Mental Health America are working to raise awareness of the science that shows how the human-animal bond can support healthy habits that boost our mental health. Please consider sharing this infographic on your social media channels, websites and with your colleagues, friends and families to raise awareness of how pets can improve mental health and wellbeing. Click to Download

The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Royal Canin are bringing you trusted information on the importance of the human-cat bond, and ways to ensure you and your cat live healthy, happy lives together. Please consider sharing this infographic on your social media channels, websites and with your colleagues, friends and families, and. learn more about what to do if you spot any issues with your cat’s urinary behavior on Royal Canin’s website here.

Pets have played an important role in our lives throughout the pandemic, and this stronger human-animal bond is predicted to change how we live and work in the future. As people return to the office and worry about leaving their pets behind, the demand for more pet-friendly workplaces will rise. According to a recent poll, 72% of c-suite level executives expect more workplaces will be pet-friendly after the COVID-19 pandemic, and 6 in 10 companies plan to be more flexible in a post-pandemic world. Please consider sharing this infographic on your social media channels, websites and with your colleagues, friends and families to raise awareness of how the science-backed benefits of pet-friendly workplaces show that this is a smart decision for employers.

First published on PetMD May 2nd, 2024 You’ve likely heard that pets can boost your mental and physical well-being, but did you know there’s a growing body of scientific evidence to support this? The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is dedicated to exploring this connection. Here’s one trend being driven by this scientific research: Pets are shedding their “just nice to have” label and instead being recognized as integral to our overall health, especially mental health. More than 1 in 5 U.S. pet owners surveyed have had a pet recommended by a doctor or therapist, and they are increasingly welcomed in the places we live, work, and play. It’s a pet revolution—and for good reason. How Pets Help Shape Our Mental and Physical Well-Being Doctors are recommending more time with pets, small pets are being incorporated into school curriculums, and even workplaces like Chewy are embracing furry coworkers. Why the shift? Here are four good reasons, according to research. Pets Reduce Feelings of Loneliness The COVID-19 pandemic undeniably heightened feelings of isolation and loneliness. But the truth is, loneliness was a social epidemic even...