Distinguished Anthrozoologist (DA) Award Winner:
Hal Herzog, PhD

Hal Herzog has been studying aspects of human-animal interactions for over four decades. His research has included a wide variety of topics including the psychology of animal activism, gender differences in attitudes toward the treatment of other species, rapid changes in the popularity of pets, and the impact of companion animals on human health and well-being. His articles have appeared in many research journals and media outlets such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Wired Magazine. His book Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It’s So Hard to Think Straight About Animals has been translated into 11 languages. He is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Western Carolina University.