Home >> Anthrozoos: A Multidisciplinary Journal of The Interactions of People & Animals, Volume 11, Number 4

Demographics of Pet Presence and Attachment

Authors: Poresky, Robert H.; Daniels, Ann Michelle

Source: Anthrozoos: A Multidisciplinary Journal of The Interactions of People & Animals, Volume 11, Number 4, 1998 , pp. 236-241(6)

Publisher: Berg Publishers

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Abstract:

Pet presence (ownership) and attachment interview items were appended to a statewide telephone survey of more than 1,800 adults to obtain a demographic profile of pet presence and attachment in a Midwestern state in the United States. Pet presence in the adults' households increased from 54% for the 18-25 year-olds to 71% for the 36-45 year-olds and declined to 37% for those more than 65 years old. Pet presence was associated with larger families, rural residences, family income, and marital status. In contrast, companion animal bonding scores were higher for adults in smaller families, urban residents, divorced adults, and those who mentioned a dog first when asked about their pets.

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.2752/089279398787000508

Publication date: 1998-01-01

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  • Anthrozoös is a quarterly, peer-reviewed journal that has enjoyed a distinguished history as a pioneer in the field since its launch in 1987. The key premise of Anthrozosö is to address the characteristics and consequences of interactions and relationships between people and non-human animals across areas as varied as anthropology, ethology, medicine, psychology, veterinary medicine and zoology. Articles therefore cover the full range of human-animal relations, from their treatment in the arts and humanities, through to behavioral, biological, social and health sciences.

    Anthrozoös is published by Berg Publishers on behalf of the International Society for Anthrozoology (ISAZ). Members receive the journal as part of their membership package. If you are an existing member, have recently been approved or would like to join the Society please go to the membership site.
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