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What We Owe Dogs.

The author urges dog owners and dog foster parents to reconsider their relationships with their dogs, which are their source of emotional support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics mentioned include the separation anxiety in dogs, the emotional effect of the transition from a home environment to a...

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Published in:Psychology Today Vol. 53; no. 4; pp. 26 - 28
Main Author: Pierce, Jessica
Format: Article
Published: Sussex Publishers LLC Jul/Aug2020
Subjects:
Prevention of mental depression
Prevention of psychological stress
Attachment behavior
Emotions
Human-animal relationships
Pets
Social support
COVID-19 pandemic
Anxiety prevention
Dogs
Separation anxiety
Online Access:View this record in EBSCOhost
Summary:The author urges dog owners and dog foster parents to reconsider their relationships with their dogs, which are their source of emotional support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics mentioned include the separation anxiety in dogs, the emotional effect of the transition from a home environment to a dog shelter, and the ways to reduce the emotional discomfort caused by social isolation.