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Attachment Bonds Between Cohabitant Pairs of Domestic Cats and Their Owners

Creator:: Smith, Arden O.
Abstract:: Domestic cats have been shown to form secure attachment bonds with humans, allowing them to use their owners as a secure base and giving them comfort and confidence when exploring an unfamiliar environment. Many cat owners believe that cohabitation with other cats is beneficial for their pets, and that cohabitant...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Monique Udell Domestic cats have been shown to form secure attachment bonds with

Attachment as a Significant Predictor of Problem-Solving Persistence in Pet and Working Dogs

Creator:: Nissinen, Prema J.
Abstract:: It has been demonstrated that dogs form attachment bonds to their owners and that these attachments can be classified and described in ways that are analogous to attachments found between human infants and their mothers. While a secure attachment to a parent has been shown to improve problem-solving abilities in...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Monique A.R. Udell It has been demonstrated that dogs form attachment bonds to their

The Dog-Child Bond: Examining Synchronous Activity-based Animal-Assisted Interventions for Youth with Developmental Disabilities and their Family Dog

Creator:: Wanser, Shelby H.
Abstract:: Approximately one in six children in the United States has a developmental disability (CDC, 2018). Among a wide variety of interventions that have been developed to support the health, wellbeing, and development of youth with disabilities, Animal-Assisted Interventions (AAI) have become increasingly prevalent. Some AAI involve youth participating with their...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ________________________________________________________ Monique A. R. Udell Approximately one in six children in the United States has a

Evaluating the Secure-base Effect in Dogs Living in Foster and Shelter Environments As a Mechanism for Achieving Mutual Well-being

Creator:: Thielke, Lauren E.
Abstract:: Although it is widely accepted that dogs and humans form attachment relationships, characterizing attachment styles in dogs has only recently received attention in the literature. Previous research has shown that pet dogs display patterns of behavior in an attachment test that can be classified into secure and insecure attachment styles,...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Monique A. R. Udell Although it is widely accepted that dogs and humans form

The Effects of Pet Parenting Styles on Owner and Dog Behavior

Creator:: Brubaker, Lauren M.
Abstract:: The domestic dog is one of the most popular pets in the world, and many pet owners consider their pets to be members of their family. Studies have suggested that dogs behave like pseudo-children in many contexts. Despite this, there is very little research on how dog owners may behave...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: my mentor and advisor, Dr. Monique Udell; without her valuable input, insight, support, and

Examining the Effects on Salivary Cortisol Levels of Shelter Volunteers Interacting with Familiar Dogs

Creator:: Duvall, Holly K.
Abstract:: Heightened cortisol levels are a typical physiological response to stress. The many responsibilities of animal shelter workers can lead to increased stress levels and negative effects on their job satisfaction and overall wellness. As a result, workers are subject to burnout and compassion fatigue. While working in shelter environments may...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: . E., Rosenlicht, G., Saturn, S. R., & Udell, M. A. R. (2017). Nasally-Administered Oxytocin Has

The Influence of Scent and Owner Presence on Cat Attachment Behavior

Creator:: Behnke, Alexandra C.
Abstract:: Domesticated cats frequently use their sense of smell to navigate their environment, convey social cues, and communicate with other individuals. In applied contexts, cat owners are often encouraged to leave items holding their scent with their cat in periods of absence with the aim of reducing stress. The purpose of...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: /10.3389/fpsyg.2017.01699 Vitale Shreve, K. R., & Udell, M. A. R. (2015). What’s inside your cat’s head

The effects of oxytocin on proximity - seeking behavior and vocalizations in shelter cats

Creator:: Sakaguchi, Naomi K.
Abstract:: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of intranasally administered oxytocin on the sociability of adult, neutered, male and female shelter cats, as measured by proximity-seeking behavior and meow vocalizations. Two local Humane Societies were sampled in this study. The shelter cats were randomly assigned to one...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: : _____________________________________________________ Monique A. R. Udell The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of intranasally

Proximate Factors Influencing Cat Behavior, Cognition, and The Human-Cat Bond

Creator:: Vitale, Kristyn R.
Abstract:: The domestic cat is one of the world’s most popular companion animals. However, to date much remains to be learned about cat behavior and the cat-human relationship. To examine the influence of proximate factors on cat behavior and the human-cat bond, three studies were undertaken. Study 1 directly measured the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: developed by Kristyn R. Vitale and Monique A.R. Udell. Methodology in Chapter 4 was modified for use in

Evaluating the Secure Base Effect in Shelter Dog-Shelter Volunteer, Foster Dog-Foster Volunteer, and Pet Dog-Owner Pairs

Creator:: Schoderbek, Mary H.
Abstract:: The aim of this study was to evaluate the different attachment profiles that characterize shelter dog-shelter volunteer and foster dog-foster volunteer relationships and to assess the proportion of insecure and secure attachment styles within foster, shelter, and pet dog populations. Foster dog-foster volunteer, shelter dog-shelter volunteer, and pet dog-owner pairs...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: :_____________________________________________________ Monique A. R. Udell The aim of this study was to evaluate the different attachment

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Attachment Bonds Between Cohabitant Pairs of Domestic Cats and Their Owners

Attachment as a Significant Predictor of Problem-Solving Persistence in Pet and Working Dogs

The Dog-Child Bond: Examining Synchronous Activity-based Animal-Assisted Interventions for Youth with Developmental Disabilities and their Family Dog

Evaluating the Secure-base Effect in Dogs Living in Foster and Shelter Environments As a Mechanism for Achieving Mutual Well-being

The Effects of Pet Parenting Styles on Owner and Dog Behavior

Examining the Effects on Salivary Cortisol Levels of Shelter Volunteers Interacting with Familiar Dogs

The Influence of Scent and Owner Presence on Cat Attachment Behavior

The effects of oxytocin on proximity - seeking behavior and vocalizations in shelter cats

Proximate Factors Influencing Cat Behavior, Cognition, and The Human-Cat Bond

Evaluating the Secure Base Effect in Shelter Dog-Shelter Volunteer, Foster Dog-Foster Volunteer, and Pet Dog-Owner Pairs

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