Wei  Liu , Jia Xuan

Institute of Life Science, Jiyang College of Zhejiang A&F University, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Molecular Veterinary Research, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 3   doi: 10.5376/ijmvr.2024.14.0011
Received: 18 Feb., 2024    Accepted: 09 Apr., 2024    Published: 01 May, 2024

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Liu W., and Xuan J., 2024, The human-animal bond and its influence on surgical recovery in pets, International Journal of Molecular Veterinary Research, 14(3): 89-97 (doi: 10.5376/ijmvr.2024.14.0011)

This study explores the profound impact of the human-animal bond on the surgical recovery of pets. The study synthesizes findings from multiple studies, demonstrating that the presence of a caregiver significantly enhances postoperative outcomes in pets by reducing pain-related behaviors and promoting faster recovery. The human-animal bond is shown to play a crucial role in both the physical and emotional aspects of recovery, particularly when pets are allowed to recover in familiar environments with their owners. Unique insights from case studies further underscore the importance of this bond, revealing that pets with close human companionship exhibit lower stress levels and improved well-being during the recovery process. These findings highlight the need for veterinary practices to integrate the human-animal bond into postoperative care protocols to optimize recovery outcomes for pets.

Human-animal bond; Surgical recovery; Postoperative care; Pet well-being; Veterinary practice