Exploring the dynamics of Human‐Pet attachment: An In‐Depth analysis of socio‐demographic factors and relationships

Doğukan Özen; Nail Mert Bıçakcı; Yasemin Salgırlı Demirbaş

Makale detayları

Exploring the dynamics of Human‐Pet attachment: An In‐Depth analysis of socio‐demographic factors and relationships

Yazarlar:

Doğukan Özen | Nail Mert Bıçakcı | Yasemin Salgırlı Demirbaş

Yayıncı:

Ankara University

Ana Başlıklar:

Animal Science | Genetics and Biostatistics | Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

Dergi:

Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi Vol.71 Issue 4, pp.385-393

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2024

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001325155

pISSN:

1300-0861

Anahtar kelimeler:

Özet:

 This study examined the factors influencing pet attachment by investigating attachment dimensions and exploring the relationship between demographic factors and pet attachment. The study utilized the Pet Attachment Questionnaire PAQ to assess the level of attachment between pet owners and their animals. A demographic questionnaire was also administered to gather socio-cultural, economic, and health-related data from pet caretakers. Confirmatory factor analysis was applied to confirm the scale factor structure. Hypothesis testing procedures were used to reveal the relationship between the demographic characteristics of the participants and the attachment relationships. The study involved 304 volunteers who visited the animal hospital at Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Türkiye. The findings revealed significant impacts of various factors on attachment dimensions, including age, household income, participant and household member anxieties and traumas, number of pets owned, pet health, and previous pet ownership. These results contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics that shape the attachment between humans and animals. Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential interactions among these factors, advancing our knowledge of human-pet attachment.

 This study examined the factors influencing pet attachment by investigating attachment dimensions and exploring the relationship between demographic factors and pet attachment. The study utilized the Pet Attachment Questionnaire PAQ to assess the level of attachment between pet owners and their animals. A demographic questionnaire was also administered to gather socio-cultural, economic, and health-related data from pet caretakers. Confirmatory factor analysis was applied to confirm the scale factor structure. Hypothesis testing procedures were used to reveal the relationship between the demographic characteristics of the participants and the attachment relationships. The study involved 304 volunteers who visited the animal hospital at Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Türkiye. The findings revealed significant impacts of various factors on attachment dimensions, including age, household income, participant and household member anxieties and traumas, number of pets owned, pet health, and previous pet ownership. These results contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics that shape the attachment between humans and animals. Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential interactions among these factors, advancing our knowledge of human-pet attachment.

 This study examined the factors influencing pet attachment by investigating attachment dimensions and exploring the relationship between demographic factors and pet attachment. The study utilized the Pet Attachment Questionnaire PAQ to assess the level of attachment between pet owners and their animals. A demographic questionnaire was also administered to gather socio-cultural, economic, and health-related data from pet caretakers. Confirmatory factor analysis was applied to confirm the scale factor structure. Hypothesis testing procedures were used to reveal the relationship between the demographic characteristics of the participants and the attachment relationships. The study involved 304 volunteers who visited the animal hospital at Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Türkiye. The findings revealed significant impacts of various factors on attachment dimensions, including age, household income, participant and household member anxieties and traumas, number of pets owned, pet health, and previous pet ownership. These results contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics that shape the attachment between humans and animals. Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential interactions among these factors, advancing our knowledge of human-pet attachment.

 This study examined the factors influencing pet attachment by investigating attachment dimensions and exploring the relationship between demographic factors and pet attachment. The study utilized the Pet Attachment Questionnaire PAQ to assess the level of attachment between pet owners and their animals. A demographic questionnaire was also administered to gather socio-cultural, economic, and health-related data from pet caretakers. Confirmatory factor analysis was applied to confirm the scale factor structure. Hypothesis testing procedures were used to reveal the relationship between the demographic characteristics of the participants and the attachment relationships. The study involved 304 volunteers who visited the animal hospital at Ankara University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Türkiye. The findings revealed significant impacts of various factors on attachment dimensions, including age, household income, participant and household member anxieties and traumas, number of pets owned, pet health, and previous pet ownership. These results contribute to our understanding of the complex dynamics that shape the attachment between humans and animals. Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms and potential interactions among these factors, advancing our knowledge of human-pet attachment.

Makale detayları

Exploring the dynamics of Human‐Pet attachment: An In‐Depth analysis of socio‐demographic factors and relationships

Yazarlar:

Doğukan Özen | Nail Mert Bıçakcı | Yasemin Salgırlı Demirbaş

Yayıncı:

Ankara University

Ana Başlıklar:

Animal Science | Genetics and Biostatistics | Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

Dergi:

Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi Vol.71 Issue 4, pp.385-393

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2024

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001325155

pISSN:

1300-0861

Attachment

Companion animal

human-animal bond

Pet caretakers

Sayı

Makale detayları

Exploring the dynamics of Human‐Pet attachment: An In‐Depth analysis of socio‐demographic factors and relationships

Yazarlar: Doğukan Özen | Nail Mert Bıçakcı | Yasemin Salgırlı Demirbaş

Yayıncı: Ankara University

Ana Başlıklar: Animal Science | Genetics and Biostatistics | Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

Dergi: Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi Vol.71 Issue 4, pp.385-393

Belge Tipi: Makale

Yayın Tarihi: 9/2024

Belge Dili: İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.): 2001325155

pISSN: 1300-0861

Attachment

Companion animal

human-animal bond

Pet caretakers

Sayı

Yazarlar:

Doğukan Özen | Nail Mert Bıçakcı | Yasemin Salgırlı Demirbaş

Yayıncı:

Ankara University

Ana Başlıklar:

Animal Science | Genetics and Biostatistics | Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology

Dergi:

Ankara Üniversitesi Veteriner Fakültesi Dergisi Vol.71 Issue 4, pp.385-393

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

9/2024

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001325155

pISSN:

1300-0861