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The Human Animal Bond: An Introduction to the Science

  • 4 Aug 2022
  • 1:00 PM (EDT)
  • https://aarp.cventevents.com/event/603c5970-da29-4fc3-9cfd-fbdd992bb9d9/regProcessStep1

The Human Animal Bond: An Introduction to the Science

Learn the science behind our love of pets.

Ask any pet owner and they’ll agree, pets are a positive force for our health and well-being. But many are unaware of the scientific research and data that shows just how our mutually beneficial relationship with pets can positively influence our mental and physical health.

Join AARP New York and attendees from across the country and experts from Human Animal Bond Research Institute for a free virtual event on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET - AARP membership not required.

REGISTER HERE

This interactive Zoom webinar will focus on providing a basic understanding of the top research supporting the beneficial role of the human-animal bond in our lives, and why it's so important for animal and human health, with a focus on the research surrounding older adults.

In this webinar you will:

  • Develop an understanding of the human-animal bond and the history of the field of human-animal interaction (HAI) research
  • Ascertain the differences between types of companion animals and animal-assisted interventions (AAI) – including therapy animals, service animals and emotional support animals
  • Learn about the ways in which older adults in particular have been found to benefit from interacting with companion animals

Register today to reserve your spot!


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