The Urinary Hormonal State of Cats Associated With Social Interaction With Humans

Research to assess the relationship between cats and humans is in a nascent stage. Some studies have assessed the stress status in cats using physiological indicators, such as the cortisol hormone, but have not focused on the social interaction with humans. Moreover, the role of oxytocin secretion i...

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Main Authors: Takumi Nagasawa, Mitsuaki Ohta, Hidehiko Uchiyama
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-07-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2021.680843/full