People Mistakenly Think Anxious Dogs Are Relaxed Around Baby

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People Mistakenly Think Anxious Dogs Are Relaxed Around Baby

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Dog owners are even worse than non-dog owners at interpreting canine body language in interactions with...

The benefits of pets for children

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The benefits of pets for children

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A review of the literature concludes that pets may have psychological benefits for children – such as...

Pets May Help Children Learn About Animal Welfare

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Pets May Help Children Learn About Animal Welfare

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Children’s beliefs about animal welfare and sentience are linked to their own experiences with animals.Surprisingly...

Educating Children Reduces Risky Behaviour Around Dogs

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Educating Children Reduces Risky Behaviour Around Dogs

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Dog safety education for children works, according to a systematic review of existing research.The CDC...

The Effects of Seeing Animal Abuse on Children's Mental Health

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The Effects of Seeing Animal Abuse on Children's Mental Health

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For children who live in a situation of domestic violence, also witnessing animal cruelty may negatively...

Children's Experiences of Domestic Violence and Animal Abuse

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Children's Experiences of Domestic Violence and Animal Abuse

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24% of children whose mothers experience domestic violence also see threats to or abuse of companion...