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Veterinarians can use family life cycle theory adapted for pets to strengthen the human-animal bond. A family genogram including pets is a practical tool for identifying family members and pets, promoting One Health initiatives.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Family Studies
  • One Health

Background:

  • The human-animal bond is crucial in family dynamics.
  • Veterinary practice can benefit from theoretical frameworks to understand family structures.
  • Integrating pets into traditional family theories is an emerging area.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To adapt family life cycle theory to incorporate pets.
  • To introduce the family genogram with pets as a practical tool for veterinarians.
  • To demonstrate how this tool can enhance the One Health approach.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical adaptation of family life cycle theory.
  • Development and application of the family genogram with pets tool.
  • Qualitative assessment of the tool's utility in veterinary practice.

Main Results:

  • The adapted theory provides a comprehensive framework for understanding families with pets.
  • The family genogram with pets effectively identifies all members, human and animal.
  • The tool facilitates a holistic view of family health, aligning with One Health principles.

Conclusions:

  • Adapting family life cycle theory with pets offers veterinarians a valuable perspective.
  • The family genogram with pets is an effective tool for clinical practice and community health.
  • This approach strengthens the human-animal bond and supports One Health implementation.