Courthousedogs: Vanessa Carral's thesis conducted in 2015 is published

Since October 2014, crimes against companion animals have been included in the Criminal Code. Despite the recent criminalisation of such conduct in our legal system, several studies carried out in other countries have demonstrated the direct relationship between violence against animals and other types of violence, namely domestic violence, violence against children, women, the elderly or any other form of interpersonal violence. 

Given this fact, greater value is being placed on animal-assisted interventions in a range of contexts, such as neurodevelopmental disorders or justice. 

Through a systematic legal, psychological and sociological approach, the book provides a better understanding of these issues through three key points: the links between people and animals, animal violence and cruelty, and animal-assisted interventions and activities. 

It is groundbreaking work and essential reading for students, researchers and professionals in various fields, as well as for all those working to defend and promote animal rights and to build on the benefits of positive interactions between animals and people. 

If you would like more information, you can visit the following link