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Why we give our cats, dogs and other pets social media accounts

Why we give our cats, dogs and other pets social media accounts

Often, when people talk about their pets, they are also talking about themselves — about the things they value and the experiences that shape who...

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Renata Roma

Vous aimez dormir avec votre animal de compagnie ? La science révèle qu’il y a un compromis délicat à trouver

Dormir avec son animal de compagnie crée un paradoxe : cela semble bénéfique mais, objectivement, cela perturbe votre sommeil et, à terme, votre...

01.04.2026 20

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Renata Roma

Do you love sleeping with your pet? Science reveals there’s a tricky trade‑off

Co-sleeping with your pet produces a paradox: it feels beneficial — enhancing connection, comfort and emotional safety — but it objectively...

25.03.2026 40

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Pet guardians are increasingly worried about the mental health of their dogs and cats

Pet guardians’ concerns can help illuminate how people’s and pets’ well-being are intertwined. It may also inspire policies that are more...

29.09.2025 20

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Renata Roma

Les bienfaits des animaux de compagnie sont connus. Il faut s’attaquer aux obstacles qui empêchent certains d’en profiter

Dans notre quête d’égalité sociale, il est essentiel de s’attaquer aux obstacles qui empêchent certaines personnes de vivre avec un animal de...

04.07.2025 30

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Renata Roma

Les gens ressemblent-ils vraiment à leurs chiens ?

Les recherches sur les similitudes perçues entre les personnes et leurs chiens visent à comprendre si celles-ci sont exactes et comment elles...

20.06.2025 30

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Renata Roma

Do people really resemble their dogs?

Research on perceived similarities between people and their dogs aims to understand whether such perceptions are accurate and how they affect the...

05.06.2025 30

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Renata Roma

Promoting social inclusion through pet companionship

As we strive for social equality, it is essential to address hurdles that prevent some people from experiencing the known benefits of spending time or...

26.05.2025 30

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Renata Roma