Proposals focusing within these broad categories are specifically encouraged:
- Determining best practices for effective AAI. For example, dosage, handler training, treatment protocols, etc.
- Studies that support the empirical appreciation for how therapy animal welfare can be protected and enhanced.
- The study of AAI in professional environments: AAT, AAE, etc.
- Investigations focusing on AAI with the non-canine species that are currently underrepresented in the literature.
- Studies involving virtual adaptation of AAI and other animal-related engagement
- Cross-cultural experiences of the human-animal bond.
- Studies focused on the impact of AAI on populations not currently represented in the literature. For example, AAI with diverse demographic, social economic, or population-based groups.
To increase the likelihood of receiving this additional funding, eligible proposals should, whenever possible, incorporate Pet Partners registered volunteer therapy animal teams into their proposed research. When Pet Partners teams aren’t available, therapy animal teams must meet the field’s standards of practice to support patient and public safety; outstanding animal welfare; and greater consistency for research purposes. For more information about securing the participation of Pet Partners registered volunteer therapy animal teams for proposed research, please contact Dr. Taylor Chastain-Griffin at taylorc@petpartners.org.
All of the guidelines, requirements, and deadlines associated with HABRI’s 2024 RFP apply to this additional funding opportunity. Applicants must indicate that they are applying for this supplemental funding by following the instructions laid out in the Proposal Guidelines.
Funder: Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)
URL: https://habri.org/grants/funding-opportunities/
Deadline: February 22, 2024
