Since the late 1970s, scientific evidence has accumulated showing that pet ownership can
have positive effects on people's physical and mental wellbeing. This paper reviews the …

The benefits of the human-animal bond on owners' health and quality of life have been the
focus of research in recent decades. However, the results are still inconsistent. Thus, this …

Simple Summary Initial COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in the United Kingdom (23 March–
12 May 2020) prompted many people to change their lifestyle. We explored the impact of …

Dog ownership is believed to benefit owner wellbeing but, contrary to popular belief, there is
limited evidence to suggest that simply owning a dog is associated with improved mental …

Simple Summary On 23 March 2020, the UK Government introduced a nationwide lockdown
as part of efforts to reduce the impact of COVID-19. Lockdown control measures led many …

Dog walking is a popular everyday physical activity. Dog owners are generally more active
than non-owners, but some rarely walk with their dog. The strength of the dog–owner …

La conexión entre la tenencia de mascotas y el bienestar humano, especialmente el papel
de los perros, ha sido un área de enfoque creciente para los investigadores. Este estudio …

Regular physical activity is associated with numerous health benefits, including the
prevention of many chronic diseases and conditions or a reduction in their adverse effects …

Abstract Purpose of the Study This study explored the associations between dog ownership
and pet bonding with walking behavior and health outcomes in older adults. Design and …

We examined whether dog caregiving and outdoor access affect the relationships between
a teleworking day and teleworkers' daily physical activity, loneliness, and job performance …