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Society for Companion Animal Studies
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SCAS was established in 1979 to promote the study of human-companion animal interactions and raise awareness of the importance of pets in society.
https://www.scas.org.uk/
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Register now for our next Webinar (Wed 3 Dec, 8-9 pm UK time) ‘Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home’ with Anita Franklin! SCAS Webinars are Free to SCAS members and £6.13 to non-members. Recordings available.

**Note later start time**

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Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home
Presenter: Anita Franklin, PhD Candidate, Flinders University
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November 30, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Register now for our next Webinar ‘Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home’ with Anita Franklin! SCAS Webinars are Free to SCAS members and £6.13 to non-members. Recordings available.
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Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home
Presenter: Anita Franklin, PhD Candidate, Flinders University
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November 26, 2025 at 10:49 AM
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Dear SCAS members, the SCAS Autumn Newsletter was sent out recently via both MailChimp and bcc from [email protected]. Please check your junk mail and filters setting and let us know if you are still not receiving the Newsletter.
November 26, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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Calling all HAI researchers & practitioners!
Tel Aviv University is hosting a two-day international virtual conference on reciprocal relationships in human–animal interaction, and they want to feature your work.

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November 20, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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Read our latest blog by SCAS member Sarah Oxley Heaney, who reflects on fieldwork undertaken as part of a SCAS funded project on cats and dogs in Sauraha, Nepal. Visit the 'SCAS Funded Research Projects’ page on our website to learn more about funding. www.scas.org.uk/blogs/in-the...
In the Shadows and the Sun: Reflections on Cats, Dogs and a Multispecies Community: Bonded Coexistence in Sauraha’s Sharing Society — Society for Companion Animal Studies
The morning heat was lifting the mist over Sauraha when I heard the distant, unmistakable call of captive elephants, an echo of enforced stillness. Their confinement stood in stark contrast to the qui...
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November 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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The Science and Ethics of Sentience: Shaping the Future of Animal-Assisted Services. Dec 11, 1-3 PM Mountain Time
From the Human Animal Interaction (HAI) Division of the American Psychological Association
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#AnimalAssisted #AnimalAssistedServices #AAS
Animal Assisted Interventions Webinar Series - Human-Animal Interaction
Thu, Dec 11, 2025 MST @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - The Science and Ethics of Sentience: Shaping the Future of Animal-Assisted Services This panel brings together leading experts in Human–Animal Interaction (...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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The Housing Studies Association has an open call for papers for their 2026 Annual Conference. Perhaps some of our members can present papers on the importance of pet-friendly housing? Deadline: 28 Nov
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#HSA2026 #PetFriendlyHousing #PetsInHousing
Information about Presentations | Housing Studies Association
Information and instructions on how to submit a paper for the 2026 conference.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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My Dog is my Home Conference 2026. March 24–26 (virtual). Call for Proposals is OPEN! My Dog Is My Home Conference 2026 Submit by Jan 9, 2026
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#PetsInHousing #PetFriendlyHousing #EndHomelessness
My Dog Is My Home Conference 2026 Proposal Submission Form
My Dog Is My Home Conference 2026 Virtual - March 24-26, 2026 Proposals due January 9, 2026 My Dog Is My Home is accepting proposals for presenting at our 2026 conference which will explore solutions ...
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November 10, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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Registration is FREE to SCAS members and £6.15 to non-members. Recorded available to those who register.
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The Human-Animal Bond, Perinatal Mental Health and Companion Animal Welfare
Presenter: Dr. Roxanne Hawkins, Director of the Human–Animal Research Group, University of Edinburgh
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November 9, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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iCatConnect 2025: A free online conference on the care of unowned cats. icatcare.org/events/icatc...
#iCatConnect2025 #cats
iCatConnect 2025
iCatConnect 2025: join peers, learn from experts and strengthen feline welfare practice.
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November 8, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Today (8 Nov) is International Human Animal Bond (IHAB) Day.
Read our blog, Celebrating Human–Animal Bond Day: SCAS Applauds New Housing Rights for Pet Owners:
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#HumanAnimalBond #HumanAnimalBondDay #PetsinHousing #Petfriendlyhousing #HABday
Celebrating Human–Animal Bond Day: SCAS Applauds New Housing Rights for Pet Owners — Society for Companion Animal Studies
Human Animal Bond (IHAB) Day is 8th November 2025. This dedicated day recognises, highlights and celebrates our animal companions and the wonderful relationships we can build with them. Originall...
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November 8, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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Call for papers for a Special Issue of Human-Animal Interactions: The intersection of companion animal and human welfare.
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#CompanionAnimals #OneWelfare
Human-Animal Interactions - Special Issues: The intersection of companion animal and human welfare | CABI Digital Library
Human—Animal Interactions is an open access interdisciplinary journal devoted to the dissemination of research in all fields related to interactions between non-human animals and their human counterpa...
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November 6, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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SCAS Responds to Renters’ Rights Bill: A Step Forward, but more work needed for Pet-Inclusive Housing.
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#PetsInHousing #PetFriendlyHousing #PetInclusiveHousing #RentersRightsBill
SCAS Responds to Renters’ Rights Bill: A Step Forward, but more work needed for Pet-Inclusive Housing — Society for Companion Animal Studies
The Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS) welcomes the passage of the Renters’ Rights Bill as a significant milestone in tenant protection and wellbeing. As the UK’s leading voice on the human–a...
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November 5, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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In lieu of an October Webinar, we are pleased to share a blog written by Carri Westgarth & Sarah Williams about applying the BSAVA Ageing Canine Toolkit.
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#SeniorDogs #CompanionAnimals #AgeingPets
Guiding better care for senior dogs: how the Ageing Canine Toolkit helps owners navigate senior dog health with their veterinary professionals — Society for Companion Animal Studies
Guiding better care for senior dogs: how the Ageing Canine Toolkit helps owners navigate senior dog health with their veterinary professionals By Carri Westgarth and Sarah Williams
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October 29, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Please note this event is actually 12 November (not 26 November as previously listed). Sorry for any confusion. Recordings available to all registered participants. Free registration for SCAS members!! (join SCAS now to claim this offer). www.scas.org.uk
October 29, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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Register for our webinar with Anita Franklin on ‘Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home.’ Recordings available. FREE for SCAS members & small fee (£6.13) for non-members. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1866276787...
#HumanAnimalBond #CompanionAnimal #Disability #PetFriendlyHousing
Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home
Presenter: Anita Franklin, PhD Candidate, Flinders University
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October 28, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Register for our webinar with Anita Franklin on ‘Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home.’ Recordings available. FREE for SCAS members & small fee (£6.13) for non-members. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1866276787...
#HumanAnimalBond #CompanionAnimal #Disability #PetFriendlyHousing
Unhousing the Norm: Disability, Pets, and the Politics of Home
Presenter: Anita Franklin, PhD Candidate, Flinders University
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October 28, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Register now for our Webinar with Dr. Roxanne Hawkins, Director of the Human–Animal Research Group, University of Edinburgh. Recordings available. FREE for SCAS members & small fee (£6.13) for non-members. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1865961885...
#HumanAnimalBond #CompanionAnimal #PerinatalMentalHealth
The Human-Animal Bond, Perinatal Mental Health and Companion Animal Welfare
Presenter: Dr. Roxanne Hawkins, Director of the Human–Animal Research Group, University of Edinburgh
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October 28, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Thank you to our wonderful presenters, dedicated volunteers, & enthusiastic participants for making #SCAS2025 a huge success. If you missed the event, you may still purchase a recording (contact [email protected]). Save the date for #SCAS2026: Oct 18, 2026. www.scas.org.uk
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October 19, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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For the final presentation of the day, we are delighted to welcome Aubrey Fine’s to share his insights into ‘The Welfare of Animals in Animal assisted therapy’ #SCAS2025
October 19, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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Clare Thomas-Pino will now discuss ‘Applying the SCAS code of Practice’ #SCAS2025 Visit our website to learn more about the SCAS Code of Practice for Animal Assisted Services. www.scas.org.uk/key-initiati...
October 19, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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After lunch, Helen Lewis & Kerstin Meints will be discussing 'Animals as members of the classroom.' #SCAS2025
October 19, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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Up next is Rebecca Stephens & Lisa Wiborg’s presentation ‘Veterinary Social Work: A New Approach to Honouring the Human-Animal Bond’ #SCAS2025
October 19, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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After the break Sarah Urwin & Angela Barker will discuss ‘Ethical considerations & practical applications of working with animals’ #SCAS2025
October 19, 2025 at 9:41 AM
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#SCAS205 about to start with a keynote from Professor Zenithson Ng on Animal Assisted Services!
October 19, 2025 at 8:43 AM