Human-Animal Interaction And Its Impact On Human And Animal Development

Human beings are considered to be the greatest creations that were given knowledge, skills and power to rule over the entire planet. However, at the same time, their relationship with other animals and its implications in human civilization cannot be denied. Historically, it is proven that for thousands of years, human beings have developed close contact with animals who were their means of living and at the same time often, great companions. Considering the great significance of animals in the lives of human beings, often their relationships were portrayed in literature by authors. It was meant to help the global community to have a clear understanding of the impact that animals have in the lives of human beings which is very much significant.

Animals help humans in our lives for sharing their features. Every new experience can make a person change; sometimes the changes are positive, and other times it is negative. Either way, here is no avoiding change. Animals are kind, helpful, and playful.

People can largely benefit from animals through interaction. In the article “ Saying Farewell to a Faithful Pal, by John Grogan. He said one day when a stranger tried to hold one of the children, our holly giant showed ferocity we never imagined was inside of him.” IN this quote a person that showed a since of danger when this happened the animal then attacked. That animal attacked because they have a keen

Thesis: Humans differ from animals because humans have developed a complex language which gives man the ability to store knowledge, communicate complex ideas, and is not a hereditary skill.

Reading "Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat" by Hal Herzog and watching TED Talks by guest speakers, I noticed that the main idea that these sources focus on are the several different types of animal-human relationships. Here is where I came to a conclusion. I have always wondered how a relationship between humans and animals forms. If a pet is a private and homely animal that is kept for companionship and the pleasure of one 's family, then what holds such a strong bond between animals and human when we are so different from each other?

This is most proven in children with Down's Syndrome but is not limited just to those children. A child with autism have rigid behavior and thought patterns ( Hall). Exposure to non human species can benefit children who have trouble adapting (Hall). Improvements in social behaviors and functioning are seen in children who come in contact with horses and dogs. Contact with these animals also help improve sensory processing and self-regulation behaviors ( Hall ). Pets or also known to give a calming effect (Fischman). These animals give the children a way to learn, because if the become to aggressive or agitated the animals will leave. And with that when they calm down the animals will return; teaching children that when they are calm things go they way they would like and people won’t leave. Service dogs also give a focal point in which children can go to when they are confronted with a new situation making it appear less scary and expanding comfort zones. Allowing more freedom to families to go do more while at the same time securing the safety and comfort of their

“One cannot look deeply into the eyes of an animal and not see the same depth, complexity and feeling we humans lay exclusive claim to.” – Nan Sea Love. The discussion of the persona of animals and humans is an ongoing topic. Today, scientists with diverse worldviews influence both the young and old minds of individuals with their theories and philosophies based on observations and statistics. Society, as a whole, struggles with the connotation of animals portraying human traits and vice versa.

One specific type of emotional disorder, Conduct Disorder, which is defined by the DSM-IV (as cited by Gullone, 2003) as a constant and repetitive pattern of behaviors that violate the basic rights of others and other age-appropriate societal norms, is particularly targeted by animal-assisted therapy. It is thought that by teaching children with risk of conduct disorder (CD) to have empathy and concern for others, their developmental trajectories may be modified (Gullone, 2003). An animal-assisted therapy can be directed at re-focusing the child’s aggressive and dominating actions towards caring and gentle actions in a relationship free of rejection and full of unconditional positive regard. The child can form a secure attachment with another living being which will contribute to their basic sense of trust (Gullone, 2003). These lessons can then be transferred to human relationships.

The HAB, or the Human Animal Bond, is the relationship between human beings and animals. The American Veterinary Medical Associations committee on the Human- Animal Bond describes HAB as, “a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and other animals that is influenced by behaviors that are essential to the health and well-being of both” (Fine, 2015). There are many factors that play into creating a heathy relationship for both the animal and the human. Relationships between animals and humans have to be voluntary, persistent, reciprocal, and built upon trust (Fine, 2015). Humans need to increase their understanding and care for the animal while the animal increases their trust level for the human (Fine, 2015). Three theories that aim to tell us why the HAB exists are social support, the foundation for mental health and healthy functioning, theories of attachment, which explains the human needs of protection (both needing protection and protecting others), and the biophilia

The companionship provided from pet ownership acts as social catalysts because they have been shown to increase social opportunities and feelings of security. There are many ways animal assisted therapy can positively impact a person’s well-being and elevate their overall psychological state. SPCA research has shown that interaction with animals leads to an increase in sociability and helps strengthen relationships through shared interests. Animals promote a sense of integration when they act as social catalysts. Expert psychologist Phillip Messent conducted an observation experiment in nearby dog parks in 1983, he was attempting to report the amount of social interactions that occurred due to the presence of the

In this country we use animals for all sorts of uses, whether that has to do with medical testing or the other countless uses. But there has always been question’s when It comes to the human thought process is whether or not the animals are suffering? The way that I look at the correlation between humans and animals. I believe this reasoning can be acceptable because if a human steps on the tail of a dog, or brands a horse or a cow, these animals are suffering. They are in pain and they try to avoid these situations but this leads to more pain and suffering. But if someone in this country was being treated this way and was publicly documented, then there would be an uprising, if not a jail sentence or a death penalty. Or when it comes to the interests of the animals, as a human being who is given the moral capacity to weigh decisions between right and wrong is a human right. But we are obligated to take every things best interests in to account, whether that is a human or an animal. These interests are what help us make the most correct decision between animals because if we aren’t taking into full account of a situation that could possibly put harm or suffering to an animal is where we think about these interests. It’s hard to think about because humans are inclined to think what is best for them, while not taking into account of the others interests.

Throughout history, animals have played an important role in the lives of humans. In 1860, Florence Nightingale commented on the positive impact of small animals on those with chronic illness (Nightingale, 1860/1969). Over 100 years have passed, and the human health benefits from exposure to pets, or companion animals, both psychological and physical, have been well-documented (Barker & Dawson, 1998). Halm (2008) suggests that animals play a crucial role in creating healing environments. Animal- assisted therapy generates physiological effects, psychological effects, and social effects.

Animals and human beings come into contact with each other in the different environment across the world. This has been fostered by human settlement in most regions that were delegated for animals. Whenever there is a contact between human and animals, there is a chance for the development of a relationship. Although human beings are familiar with the interaction of companion animals like cats, human-animal interaction also occurs in the context of farms, laboratories and in the wilderness (Davis, Schaffner, Smith 2005). Repeated relationship can lead to developing long term friendly relationship between animals and human beings involved. Various studies have been developed in an attempt of developing the most critical and rational measures that can be utilized to enhance and develop a human-animal relationship (Campbell, Shideler, Todd, Lasley 2001). These research studies have in majority concentrated on domesticated species. This research paper is developed to critically analyze the human- primate relationship. The study critically is developed to show how human beings can conserve primate as valuable species.

Under stressful conditions, animals have the tendency to engage in avoidance responses to promote their chances of survival (Smith & Vale 2006; Ranabir & Reetu 2011). These avoidance responses, including fearful and/or aggressive behavior, also tend to be the primary reactions to human encounters. Belyaev suggested that as a consequence, social interactions in the early stages of domestication likely depended on animals with an inhibited response to stress. Ergo, he reasoned that selectively breeding animals expressing this behavioral response, or tamability, would likely mirror these early stages (Belyaev 1969).

One unintended animal-human interaction is when a human unexpectedly encounters a wild or harmful creature. The animal could get harmed if the human panics and hurts the animal. It could impact the human because the animal could do the same thing and protect itself from the human.It impacts both the animal and the human with an undesired