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Pets and the development of allergic sensitization
Contributor(s):: Simpson, A., Custovic, A.
Sensitization to pets remains a risk factor for asthma and rhinitis, and can occur in people who have never lived with a pet. Several reports have indicated that living with a pet reduces the risk for becoming sensitized to that pet. Having a pet in the home gives exposure to more than just...
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Pet allergy: how important for Turkey where there is a low pet ownership rate
Contributor(s):: Mungan, D., Celik, G., Bavbek, S., Msrlgil, Z.
Exposure and sensitization to allergens derived from cats/dogs have been shown to represent an important risk factor for allergic respiratory diseases. So far, there has not been any study exploring cat/dog sensitization and related factors in our geographic location. The aim of this study was to...
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Challenges of service dog ownership
Contributor(s):: Adams, C. L.
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Horses as healers
Contributor(s):: Adams, C. L.
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The role of service dogs in the lives of children with autism spectrum disorder
Contributor(s):: Adams, C. L.
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Out of sight, out of mind! Horses are sensitive to humans during interactions? [French]
Contributor(s):: Fureix, C., Sankey, C., Vallet, A. S., Andre, N., Hausberger, M.
Horses' reactions towards humans are a combined result of their temperament, their previous experience, but also of the skills of the human they are interacting with. However, very little is known yet about the relevant elements that have to be considered when humans interact with horses. Here we...
