Abstract

HUGUES H, Beatriz et al. Perception of the benefits of the ownership of companion animals in people with fertility disorders. Rev. investig. vet. Perú [online]. 2015, vol.26, n.1, pp.36-42. ISSN 1609-9117.

The aim of this study was to evaluate the perception of persons with fertility disorders regarding pet ownership and its relationship with personal satisfaction and benefits on psicoemotional health. A survey using a questionnaire was conducted. The results showed that 50 and 20% of the persons had dogs and cats as pets respectively. The 88% of persons were very satisfied living with pets. Also, 92% pointed out that their pets provided company and well-being, 87% indicated that felt free of tensions, and 85% mentioned that pets constituted a motive to take better care of themselves. It is concluded that the studied sector perceived personal satisfaction and better emotional health due to pet ownership.

Keywords : pets; infertility.

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