The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
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The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
Read Press Release
The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
The Pets and Wellbeing Study Program
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
A global research project, PAWS aims to be the world’s largest international study program into the impact of cats and dogs on human mental health and wellbeing.
Read Press Release
The PAWS program, led by Waltham Petcare Science Institute in collaboration with leading academic institutions and experts, will explore the relationships between pets and people and the role pets play in wellbeing across multiple geographies and age groups.
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years.
Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives.
Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners globally to drive innovation and help both pets and people live healthy, happy lives together. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, Waltham continues to advance scientific understanding of the of the relationship between pets and people.
Over the past 60 years, Waltham scientists have shared their scientific expertise through over 1700 publications, including more than 600 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years.
Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives.
Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners globally to drive innovation and help both pets and people live healthy, happy lives together. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, Waltham continues to advance scientific understanding of the of the relationship between pets and people.
Over the past 60 years, Waltham scientists have shared their scientific expertise through over 1700 publications, including more than 600 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years.
Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives.
Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners globally to drive innovation and help both pets and people live healthy, happy lives together. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, Waltham continues to advance scientific understanding of the of the relationship between pets and people.
Over the past 60 years, Waltham scientists have shared their scientific expertise through over 1700 publications, including more than 600 peer-reviewed journal articles.
PAWS Program
The program aims to bring deeper insight and scientific data into the mutual impacts of human-animal relationships, exploring how pets may enrich lives across all ages and walks of life.
35K+
people involved
20+
countries participating
Featured Studies
Wellbeing has become an increasing priority in our daily lives with 45% of people across 31 countries identifying mental health as their top health concern. At the same time, global anxiety and stress levels are rising, affecting over 301 million people worldwide. A growing body of evidence shows that pets can have a positive impact on mental health, underscoring the powerful potential of human-animal interaction to enhance wellbeing.
Featured Studies
Wellbeing has become an increasing priority in our daily lives with 45% of people across 31 countries identifying mental health as their top health concern. At the same time, global anxiety and stress levels are rising, affecting over 301 million people worldwide. A growing body of evidence shows that pets can have a positive impact on mental health, underscoring the powerful potential of human-animal interaction to enhance wellbeing.
Featured Studies
Wellbeing has become an increasing priority in our daily lives with 45% of people across 31 countries identifying mental health as their top health concern. At the same time, global anxiety and stress levels are rising, affecting over 301 million people worldwide. A growing body of evidence shows that pets can have a positive impact on mental health, underscoring the powerful potential of human-animal interaction to enhance wellbeing.
Mars and the Human-Animal Bond
For decades we have sought to better understand the unique benefits of the human-animal bond. Through these efforts, Mars contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics between humans and animals, promoting the development of interventions and practices with mutual benefit.
In addition to the PAWS program, Mars engages in a range of research and projects focusing on the positive role of pets in society through:
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years. Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives. Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners to drive innovation, creating a better world for pets based on scientific evidence. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, we continue to advance scientific understanding of the relationships between pets and people.
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The Royal Canin Foundation supports projects that highlight the positive role of pets in human health and welfare.
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BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets.
The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets. Science tells us that when people have a pet, they tend to get more exercise, report less loneliness and stress, and have stronger social ties. That’s probably why more people than ever before see pets as family. They make our lives better, and we want to spend as much time with them as we can. The program includes a playbook for cities, an assessment tool, a city certification program, and free online resources
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Mars and the Human-Animal Bond
For decades we have sought to better understand the unique benefits of the human-animal bond. Through these efforts, Mars contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics between humans and animals, promoting the development of interventions and practices with mutual benefit.
In addition to the PAWS program, Mars engages in a range of research and projects focusing on the positive role of pets in society through:
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years. Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives. Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners to drive innovation, creating a better world for pets based on scientific evidence. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, we continue to advance scientific understanding of the relationships between pets and people.
Learn More
The Royal Canin Foundation supports projects that highlight the positive role of pets in human health and welfare.
Learn More
BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets.
The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets. Science tells us that when people have a pet, they tend to get more exercise, report less loneliness and stress, and have stronger social ties. That’s probably why more people than ever before see pets as family. They make our lives better, and we want to spend as much time with them as we can. The program includes a playbook for cities, an assessment tool, a city certification program, and free online resources
Learn More
Mars and the Human-Animal Bond
For decades we have sought to better understand the unique benefits of the human-animal bond. Through these efforts, Mars contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics between humans and animals, promoting the development of interventions and practices with mutual benefit.
In addition to the PAWS program, Mars engages in a range of research and projects focusing on the positive role of pets in society through:
Waltham Petcare Science Institute has been advancing pet health and nutrition for more than 60 years. Today, Waltham scientists research new ways to predict, manage and prevent disease, discovering insights and advances that proactively help pets live happier, healthier lives. Waltham collaborates with leading external scientific experts and partners to drive innovation, creating a better world for pets based on scientific evidence. Building on a strong legacy of human-animal interaction research, we continue to advance scientific understanding of the relationships between pets and people.
Learn More
The Royal Canin Foundation supports projects that highlight the positive role of pets in human health and welfare.
Learn More
BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets.
The BETTER CITIES FOR PETS™ program helps cities be pet-friendly so more people can enjoy the benefits of a life with pets. Science tells us that when people have a pet, they tend to get more exercise, report less loneliness and stress, and have stronger social ties. That’s probably why more people than ever before see pets as family. They make our lives better, and we want to spend as much time with them as we can. The program includes a playbook for cities, an assessment tool, a city certification program, and free online resources
Learn More