The Health Benefits Of Dog Walking For Pets And People

Author : Rebecca Ann Johnson,Alan M. Beck,Sandra K. McCune
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781612491905

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The Health Benefits of Dog Walking for Pets and People by Rebecca Ann Johnson,Alan M. Beck,Sandra K. McCune Pdf

Obesity is at epidemic levels worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it is estimated that by 2018 the cost of treating weight-related illnesses will double to almost $350 billion a year. A 2010 report by the U.S. Surgeon General estimates that two-thirds of American adults and almost one in three children are now overweight or obese. Similar statistics emphasize the staggering problem in other industrialized countries. This volume originated in a special 2009 symposium funded in part by a grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Development (NICHD) and sponsorship from Mars-Waltham© on how human-animal interaction may help fight obesity across the lifespan. It provides systematic presentation of the scientific evidence for this powerful expression of the benefits of the human-animal bond. The volume will be especially valuable as a sourcebook of evidence-based studies for public health professionals treating overweight humans and veterinarians treating obese dogs.

Author : Rebecca A. Johnson,Alan M. Beck,Sandra K. McCune
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781557535825

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The Health Benefits of Dog Walking for People and Pets by Rebecca A. Johnson,Alan M. Beck,Sandra K. McCune Pdf

"This book provides the scientific evidence about the benefits of dog walking for both humans and dogs to manage weight"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Rebecca A. Johnson,Alan M. Beck
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2011-06-30
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781612491912

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The Health Benefits of Dog Walking for Pets and People by Rebecca A. Johnson,Alan M. Beck Pdf

Obesity is at epidemic levels worldwide. In the U.S. alone, it is estimated that by 2018 the cost of treating weight-related illnesses will double to almost $350 billion a year. A 2010 report by the U.S. Surgeon General estimates that two-thirds of American adults and almost one in three children are now overweight or obese. Similar statistics emphasize the staggering problem in other industrialized countries. This volume originated in a special 2009 symposium funded in part by a grant from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Development (NICHD) and sponsorship from Mars-WalthamTM on how human-animal interaction may help fight obesity across the lifespan. It provides systematic presentation of the scientific evidence for this powerful expression of the benefits of the human-animal bond. The volume will be especially valuable as a sourcebook of evidence-based studies for public health professionals treating overweight humans and veterinarians treating obese dogs.

Author : Phil Zeltzman,Rebecca A. Johnson
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781612491974

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Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound by Phil Zeltzman,Rebecca A. Johnson Pdf

A dog is an ideal workout partner: always supportive, happy to go for a walk and never judgmental. The human-companion animal bond is a great way to help you and your dog lose weight or stay fit. When people and dogs exercise together, fitness and health happen on both ends of the leash. As the obesity epidemic spreads, 70% of Americans and 50% of dogs are overweight or obese, resulting in staggering health care costs and suffering. The causes, consequences, and treatment for overweight and obesity are strikingly similar in people and dogs. Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound, written by an expert veterinary surgeon and a leading nurse researcher, helps you move from a food-centered relationship with dogs, to an exercise-centered relationship. Even better, you don’t have to own a dog! The book gives several creative suggestions to exercise or walk a dog even if you do not or cannot have one. This volume is designed for dog lovers, dog owners and families. Based on the latest scientific findings, it will also help professionals (including physicians, veterinarians, and physical therapists) fight obesity and promote fitness in both people and pets. Dog-walking programs can easily be implemented in neighborhoods, parks, workplaces, animal shelters, hospitals, retirement homes and obesity clinics, and this book shows you how to establish them. In nearly every health care profession, practitioners are teaching human patients and dog owners on a daily basis about the risks of obesity. Never has there been a more compelling time for innovative approaches to increasing physical activity, reforming sedentary lifestyles, and enhancing fitness. Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound provides specific strategies for people and dogs to exercise together, lose weight together, and have fun in the process.

Author : Janette Young,Neil Carr
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-01-29
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781315457437

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Domestic Animals, Humans, and Leisure by Janette Young,Neil Carr Pdf

Domestic animals are an integral component of human leisure experience and can enhance the physical, social, and mental wellbeing of humans. The interplay of human and animal experiences of justice, wellbeing, rights, and roles within leisure is the central theme of this book. Research explores the position of domesticated animals in human leisure experiences, in a wide array of leisure settings. Chapters question whether domestic animals may have a desire for leisure that is different from human leisure, whether animals have and wish to fulfil needs for meaningful leisure or non-leisure, and whether human leisure needs and desires may coincide or contradict wellbeing interests of animals. This book provides a venue for the dissemination and exploration of research, which champions the welfare and rights of these animals to have their needs and interests in leisure recognised. It moves the debate about animals in leisure beyond the current limits which have seen research mainly confined to the exotic ‘other’ rather than more mundane, everyday domestic animals. This book will be of interest to individuals in the fields of tourism ethics, zoology, animal behaviour, and leisure studies.

Author : Susan Hunter,Richard A. Brisbin
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2016-02-15
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781612494357

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Pet Politics by Susan Hunter,Richard A. Brisbin Pdf

Although scholars in the disciplines of law, psychology, philosophy, and sociology have published a considerable number of prescriptive, normative, and theoretical studies of animals in society, Pet Politics presents the first study of the development of companion animal or pet law and policy in Canada and the United States by political scientists. The authors examine how people and governments classify three species of pets or companion animals-cats, dogs, and horses-for various degrees of legal protection. They then detail how interest groups shape the agenda for companion animal legislation and regulation, and the legislative and administrative formulation of anticruelty, kennel licensing, horse slaughter, feral and roaming cat, and breed ban policies. Finally, they examine the enforcement of these laws and policies by agencies and the courts. Using an eclectic mix of original empirical data, original case studies, and interviews-and relying on general theories and research about the policy process and the sociopolitical function of legality-the authors illustrate that pet policy is a unique field of political struggle, a conflict that originates from differing perspectives about whether pets are property or autonomous beings, and clashing norms about the care of animals. The result of the political struggle, the authors argue, is difficulty in the enactment of policies and especially in the implementation and enforcement of laws that might improve the welfare of companion animals.

Author : Milena Penkowa
Publisher : Balboa Press
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781452529035

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Dogs & Human Health by Milena Penkowa Pdf

What if you could significantly improve your physical and mental health by taking a simple step thats easy, rewarding, and fun? Dr. Milena Penkowa says you can do that and more by owning a dog and yet people continue to invest time and money in costly treatments before even considering a furry friend. Dogs can stave off diseases and certain cancers, erase pain, and ease anxiety, depression, allergies, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders. Over the long term, they can also reduce the burden of dementia, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinsons disease, schizophrenia and autism. This guidebook explains the scientifically proven benefits of dogs, and youll learn how dogs: change the human brain so it reacts and thinks differently; improve the immune system to make you more resilient than dog deprived individuals; boost and invigorate the human spirit and secure happiness; promote a life of longevity and healthiness. Stop looking for fancy remedies to physical and mental problems, and start looking for a dog wagging its tail. Tap into a natural method to survive and thrive by learning about the fascinating connections between Dogs & Human Health.

Author : Aubrey H. Fine
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2015-05-12
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780128014363

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Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy by Aubrey H. Fine Pdf

In the 15 years since the first edition of Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy published, the field has changed considerably. The fourth edition of the Handbook highlights advances in the field, with 11 new chapters and over 40% new material. In reading this book, therapists will discover the benefits of incorporating animal-assisted therapy (AAT) into their practices, best practices in animal-assisted intervention, how to design and implement animal-assisted interventions, and the efficacy of AAT with different disorders and patient populations. Coverage includes the use of AAT with children, the elderly, those receiving palliative care, as well as people with chronic disorders, AIDS, trauma, and autistic spectrum disorders. Additional chapters cover techniques for working with families, in juvenile and criminal justice systems, and in colleges and universities. Summarizes efficacy research on AAT Identifies how to design and implement animal assisted interventions Provides methods, standards, and guidelines for AAT Discusses AAT for children, the elderly, and special populations Describes AAT use in different settings Includes 11 new chapters and 40% new material

Author : Calum N. L. Macpherson,Francois-X. Meslin,Alexander I. Wandeler
Publisher : CABI
Page : 287 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781845938352

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Dogs, Zoonoses and Public Health by Calum N. L. Macpherson,Francois-X. Meslin,Alexander I. Wandeler Pdf

Zoonotic diseases constitute a public health problem throughout the world. Addressing a little studied area of veterinary and medical science, this book covers the viruses, bacteria and protozoan and helminth parasites that are transmitted between man and dogs, discussing population management, control disease agents and human-dog relationships. Fully updated throughout, this new edition also includes two new chapters on benefits of the human-dog relationship and non-infectious disease issues with dogs. It is a valuable resource for researchers and students of veterinary and human medicine, microbiology, parasitology and public health.

Author : Peter M. Rabinowitz,Lisa A. Conti
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2009-12-16
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781437711868

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Human-Animal Medicine - E-Book by Peter M. Rabinowitz,Lisa A. Conti Pdf

Human-Animal Medicine is an innovative reference exploring the unprecedented convergence of human, animal, and environmental health, triggering global pandemics and requiring new clinical paradigms. The "One Health" approach calls for greater communication and cooperation between human health care providers, public health professionals, and veterinarians to better address vital issues of emerging diseases and environmental change. This incredibly timely book provides, for the first time, practical guidelines for "One Health" collaborations in a wide range of clinical human-animal health issues, including the H1N1 virus, zoonotic diseases, the human-animal bond, animal allergy, bites and stings, and animals as "sentinels" for toxic environmental health hazards. UNIQUE! For each condition, specific steps human health care providers, veterinarians, and public health professionals must take to prevent and manage disease. UNIQUE! Comparative tables of disease signs, diagnosis and treatment in humans and animals for easy reference. UNIQUE! Guidelines to detect and improve environmental factors affecting the health of humans and animals. Occupational health guidelines for preventive care of animal workers including veterinary personnel, farmers, pet store employees, and zoo workers. Treatment of emerging disease issues including zoonoses, H1N1 virus, harmful algae blooms, and animal-related pesticides UNIQUE! Sample protocols facilitate professional communication between veterinarians, human health clinicians, and public health professionals. Legal and ethical aspects of "One Health" that human health providers and veterinarians need to know.

Author : Sophie Hall,Luke Dolling,Katie Bristow,Ted Fuller,Daniel S Mills
Publisher : CABI
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2016-12-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781786391728

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Companion Animal Economics by Sophie Hall,Luke Dolling,Katie Bristow,Ted Fuller,Daniel S Mills Pdf

Succinct, highly readable and thought provoking, this important new text is designed to raise awareness of the potential economic impact of companion animals in the UK. It discusses the potential benefits and costs of companion animals to the economy and highlights the need for this matter to be thoroughly researched, given the potential scale of impact and the potential costs of ignoring this matter. Inspired by the seminal Council for Science and Society (CSS) Report, Companion Animals in Society (1988), this work updates and extends its evaluation of the economic impact of companion animals on society and lays a benchmark for future development. This pivotal new book is important for policy makers at national and international levels and all those involved in animal welfare.

Author : M. Ramiro Pastorinho,Ana Catarina A. Sousa
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 371 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030307349

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Pets as Sentinels, Forecasters and Promoters of Human Health by M. Ramiro Pastorinho,Ana Catarina A. Sousa Pdf

This book provides an up-to-date overview of the current knowledge and research concerning domestic pets as sentinels, forecasters and promoters of human health. Written by leading specialists in the fields of medicine, veterinary, environment, analytical chemistry, sociology and behavioral science, this volume provides a comprehensive understanding of the capabilities of pets in what regards to human health. The first seven chapters are devoted to the use of pets as sentinels for their human companions, in terms of exposure to different classes of environmental chemicals. The following five chapters address the use of pets as models for human diseases and promoters of human health. The final two chapters highlight the psycho-social and psychophysiological aspects of human-animal interactions. The book offers an integrated approach to the One Health concept, providing, in a truly holistic manner, tools to assess the equilibrium between the environment, men and animals. This exercise will highlight and reshape our position towards the planet that despite being “a microscopic dot on a microscopic dot lost in the unimaginable infinity of the Universe” is still our own. At the end of the day, pets will always be there to help us.

Author : Sandra McCune,Aubrey Howard Fine,Eric G. Strauss,Evan MacLean
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 149 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2022-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889748419

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Our Canine Connection: The History, Benefits and Future of Human-Dog Interactions by Sandra McCune,Aubrey Howard Fine,Eric G. Strauss,Evan MacLean Pdf

Author : James Serpell
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781107024144

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The Domestic Dog by James Serpell Pdf

Second edition of a classic text on canine science and behavior, incorporating two decades of new evidence and discoveries.

Author : Heather Zimbler-DeLorenzo,Susan W. Margulis
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-07-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780128224397

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Exploring Animal Behavior in Laboratory and Field by Heather Zimbler-DeLorenzo,Susan W. Margulis Pdf

Exploring Animal Behavior in Laboratory and Field, Second Edition provides a comprehensive manual on animal behavior lab activities. This new edition brings together basic research and methods, presenting applications and problem-solving techniques. It provides all the details to successfully run designed activities while also offering flexibility and ease in setup. The exercises in this volume address animal behavior at all levels, describing behavior, theory, application and communication. Each lab provides details on how to successfully run the activity while also offering flexibility to instructors. This is an important resource for students educators, researchers and practitioners who want to explore and study animal behavior. The field of animal behavior has changed dramatically in the past 15 - 20 years, including a greater use and availability of technology and statistical analysis. In addition, animal behavior has taken on a more applied role in the last decade, with a greater emphasis on conservation and applied behavior, hence the necessity for new resources on the topic. Offers an up-to-date representation of animal behavior Examines ethics and approvals for the study of vertebrate animals Includes contributions from a large field of expertise in the Animal Behavior Society Provides a flexible resource that can be used as a laboratory manual or in a flipped classroom setting