Certificate in Anthrozoology in Windsor Canada | University of Windsor

The University of Windsor stands as Canada's sole institution providing specialized programs in human-animal relationships. Those passionate about Anthrozoology can now pursue a minor (comprising 6 courses) alongside their primary degree program.

Our academic initiatives in this discipline aim to foster critical thinking about human-animal connections while promoting continuous engagement, dialogue, and scholarly exploration of this subject.

Anthrozoology represents a dynamic and expanding scientific domain that examines humanity's personal and societal bonds with animals. This multidisciplinary field encompasses diverse research areas including pet ownership, agricultural practices, animal experimentation, wildlife preservation, zoo management, sporting animals, plant-based diets, therapy animals, and more.

Anthrozoologists themselves originate from varied professional backgrounds, bringing expertise from biology, animal behavior studies, psychology, historical research, social sciences, veterinary medicine, zoology, philosophical inquiry, education, and humanities.