New study at Iowa State to study diet’s role in the human-animal bond
6th April 2026
Participating dog owners will follow assigned feeding protocols over a 10-month period, collecting non-invasive health-related samples and completing surveys designed to assess aspects of the human-animal bond. The study will integrate owner-reported outcomes with objective measures of canine health, providing a comprehensive look at how diet may affect both physical well-being and the owner-pet relationship. This study is being funded by Fresh Pet.
