The module provides an introduction to the many and varied ways in which humans perceive, engage, and co-exist with non-human animals in a range of cultural contexts. It covers the history of domestication of a range of species and examines the bonds between humans and companion animals and the benefits and negative impacts of these for both parties e.g. bereavement. The varying attitudes to different species around the world are explored e.g. sacred cows in India, and meat dogs in the Far East, as well as the work of charities which promote non-human animals. The diverse use of non-human animals is examined and includes their use in research, zoos, food industry, therapy, and sport.