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Animal loss and grief in zoos: Qualitative insights to inform organizational support for zoo professionals and volunteers

Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch is an assistant professor at Colorado State University School of Social Work. Her area of research focuses on human-animal bonds and the impact of illness and death on these relationships.

Nichole Nageotte, PhD is a Community Research and Evaluation Manager at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance. Her research interests include exploring and understanding people’s values, connections, and behaviors towards wildlife and the environment.