Pet ownership and psychological well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic

Pet ownership and psychological well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic

The question of pet ownership contributing to human well-being has received mixed empirical evidence. This contrasts with the lay intuition that pet ownership contributes positively to wellness. In a large representative sample, we investigate the differences that may exist between pet vs. non-pet owners in terms of their well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic, and examine among different sociodemographic strata, for whom pet ownership can be m…

Yesterday, the Citizen Participation Secretariat held the Citizen Meeting “For Pets”, in order to promote responsible possession of dogs and cats. Daniel Acosta Fregoso, head of the area, highlighted the importance of promoting the rights of animals. Based in Pueblo Serena, hundreds of people lived with their pets and shared knowledge and good practices about their care. “Mascotas y Sociedad”, by David Dueñas Delgadillo, Instructor Canino de Edu…