Does having a pet influence the physical activity of their young female owners?

Abstrakt

Many studies have shown that having a dog has an impact on the increase in physical activity (PA) ofpeople. However, what is often not taken into account in many such studies is owning of other pets.

The aim ofthis study was to compare PA levels between animal owners and non-owners and to research potential differencesbetween owners of different kinds of animals.

Klíčová slova

• Pet ownership
• Human-animal interaction
• Exercise
• Dog walking
• Horse riding