Organizations band together to highlight healthy treating and human-animal bond

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The Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and Royal Canine US announced they have joined forces to help strengthen the human-animal bond by providing cat and dog owners important information regarding their pet’s nutrition and healthy habits, when it comes to treating pets.

“Every pet owner has a special bond with their animal and for pet owners, regularly giving treats to their pet plays a big role in strengthening the human-animal bond, showing love and spreading joy” said Annette Louviere, DVM, scientific communications veterinarian for Royal Canin US, in an organizational release.¹ “Royal Canin is focused on helping cat and dog owners provide the proper treating and nutrition, which include safe and effective treats for cats and dogs diagnosed with lower urinary tract disease, gastrointestinal upsets, sensitivities to food or for those pets that need weight management. We’re proud to partner with HABRI this holiday season to share education about treating pets right.”

When it comes to pets, they have overwhelming consider members of the family by owners, and just when families shop for human food, the nutritional value of pet food is important to owners.² As providing treats to pets can be a bonding experience for pets and owners, it is important to make sure clients are periodizing their nutrition and health when it comes to treating. Making sure this is prioritized can help pets maintain a heathy weight and complaint to their nutritional needs, especially as it gets closer and closer to the holiday season.

“With holiday season upon us, it’s important to stay conscious of our pet’s diet to keep them at a healthy weight,” said Steven Feldman, president of HABRI.¹ “Our pets are family and keep us healthy and happy, which is why we need to do the same for them. Staying conscious of their diet is one way we can do that while also strengthening the bond.”

HABRI also warned that the holiday season means the temptation to sneak human food to pets is high, but providing them with the correct treats is for their best interest, especially if they are diagnosed with certain conditions, food sensitives, or in need of weight management. Not properly treating pets can also compromise veterinary-exclusive diets selected for the pet.

To help veterinary clinics communicated this important messaging, HABRI and Royal Canin US created education content, a shareable infographic, and a series of social media posts. There will also be an informative webinar to help educate pet owners and provide them with resources on pet nutrition, the human-animal bond, and healthy treating.

“Working with HABRI, our goal at Royal Canin is to encourage conversations with veterinarians about nutrition for overall health and wellness and educate pet owners about the benefits of the human-animal bond,” Louviere concluded.¹

References

1. Royal Canin and HABRI Partner to Highlight the Importance of Healthy Treating and the Human-Animal Bond. News release. The Human Animal Bond Research Institute. November 18, 2024. Accessed November 19, 2024. https://habri.org/pressroom/20241118
2. International Survey of Pet Owners & Veterinarians. News release. The Human Animal Bond Research Institute. Accessed November 19, 2024. https://habri.org/international-hab-survey/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAi_G5BhDXARIsAN5SX7qG7vX6elKoVEPNlzfym0QneenMmUaZkylvekRm9-F1RQY_vZlGj5oaAn4wEALw_wcB