旭化成ホームズ股份有限公司（總部：東京都千代田區，社長：大和久 裕二）與學校法人麻布獸醫學園（所在地：神奈川縣相模原市，理事長：小倉 弘明）於3月16日，舉辦了關於在麻布大學設立的寄附講座（※1）「寵物與人類共生社會 for LONGLIFE」所進行的研究中期報告會。本次報告會發表了三個研究主題，並以「都市的寵物共生」為題進行了小組討論。
※1：https://www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/j-koho/press/20250515/index/
Ⅰ．關於寄附講座「寵物與人類共生社會 for LONGLIFE」
本共同研究旨在朝向寵物與人類能安心生活的社會形成，從以下三個觀點推進研究。
1．居住環境的整備
住宅、街區設計、動線、時間帶等「支持共生的空間、時間」的設計
2．社群的形成
建立自然產生問候、交流、互助的機制
3．社會網絡的構築
創造與地方政府、大學、企業、社區合作的共創模式
Ⅱ．關於研究主題
從Ⅰ的觀點設定了以下三個主題：
1．居住環境的整備：透過微生物實現寵物與人類的共生。
2．社群的形成：犬隻在地區社會中的介入與社會關係性的創出。
3．社會網絡的構築：構築寵物與人類的相互照護體系。
在中期報告會上，發表了關於主題1及2的內容。
1．居住環境的整備：關於透過微生物實現寵物與人類的共生
本研究探討人類與犬隻共享的微生物（微生態群）對身心健康的影響。研究證實，飼養寵物的與否會影響居住環境的微生物結構，且與犬隻的接觸可能對兒童的心理健康帶來正面影響。未來將推進都市地區的實證研究，目標應用於健康居住環境的設計。
2．社群的形成：犬隻在地區社會中的介入與社會關係性的創出
本研究著眼於犬隻在都市中作為連結人與人之間媒介的功能。調查結果顯示，多數人處於「無關心層」，而非對立狀態，摩擦的背景在於「錯過」與資訊不足。研究指出，透過犬隻進行問候與對話，有可能有助於形成地區的安心感與防災意識等社會資本。
Ⅲ．對話式聽取：「飼養者、非飼養者」混合小組訪談結果
透過飼養者、關心者、無關心者共同參與的混合小組對話，可視化了因立場差異造成的「錯過結構」，並釐清了共生所需的要素。
常見問題
What is the purpose of the endowed chair "Pet and Human Coexisting Society for LONGLIFE"?
The endowed chair aims to research and promote the formation of a society where pets and humans can live together safely and comfortably, focusing on improving living environments, fostering community, and building social networks.
What were the main research themes presented at the mid-term report meeting?
The mid-term report meeting focused on two main research themes: 1. The coexistence between pets and humans through microorganisms, exploring the impact of shared microbiomes on health. 2. The role of dogs in local communities and the creation of social relationships, examining how dogs can act as mediators connecting people.
What were the key findings regarding the impact of pets on human well-being?
Research indicated that the microbial structure of living environments differs based on pet ownership, and contact with dogs may positively influence children's psychological well-being. Additionally, interactions involving dogs can potentially foster a sense of community security and disaster preparedness.
How does the research address potential conflicts or misunderstandings between pet owners and non-owners?
The research involves mixed group interviews with pet owners, interested parties, and uninterested individuals to visualize the "structure of misunderstandings" arising from different perspectives. This aims to identify necessary elements for coexistence and mitigate friction.
What are the future goals of this research collaboration?
Future goals include advancing demonstration experiments in urban areas to apply findings to the design of healthy living environments and continuing to build co-creation models in collaboration with various stakeholders.
