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ECO-3500: Anthrozoology

This course explores the interdisciplinary field of Anthrozoology from a psychological perspective. Anthrozoology is the study of the many different ways in which human and non-human animals relate to each other and impact each others’ lives. Topics covered in this course represent an overview of current issues in Human-Animal Studies. This includes humans’ relationships with pets, psychological and physiological benefits of companion animals, concern for animal rights and animal welfare, the link between cruelty to animals and violence toward humans, individual differences in people’s relationships with animals, and a review of moral and ethical concerns about eating meat, wearing fur, and the use of animals for research and entertainment. In addition to the psychological perspective, this course uses historical, cultural and environmental perspectives to examine the human-other animal bond.
Min. Credits: 3.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Santa Barbara
Method(s): Classroom
Course Type Liberal & Disciplinary Studies



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