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A Research on the Trends in the Development of Digital Content Related to Pets

  • DongHee Choi (Dept. of Multimedia, Graduate School of Digital Image and Contents, Dongguk University) ;
  • Jeanhun Chung (Dept. of Multimedia, Graduate School of Digital Image and Contents, Dongguk University)
  • Received : 2024.05.31
  • Accepted : 2024.06.12
  • Published : 2024.08.31
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Abstract

The history of animals raised by humans began in prehistoric times, and in modern times they were classified as livestock and pets. As social awareness changes, the term 'companion animal' is used instead of 'pet', and related content has also become more diverse. Recently, digital contents such as virtual pet training, memorial space, and AI health diagnosis using metaverse and AI technology are developing. Developed digital content makes pet care convenient and provide emotional support and economic benefits to users. As technology develops and content becomes more diverse, the relationship between pets and humans will become closer in the future, and related laws and ethical guidelines will need to be established.

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