Beyond the Pet-Effect—Examining Bio-Psychosocial Aspects of Pet Ownership and Introducing the “Aunty Phenomenon”

Human–animal relationships have long been idealized as universally positive, but recent studies highlight the complexities and contradictions inherent in this bond. This study re-analyzes previously published data to examine the nuanced effects of pet ownership on human well-being, particularly unde...

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Main Authors: Christine Smetaczek, Birgit Ursula Stetina
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-02-01
Series:Pets
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2813-9372/2/1/11
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