Which of the following is an indirect benefit of animal control’s role in disaster response?

The correct answer highlights the importance of the emotional and social aspects that arise following a disaster scenario. Strengthening the bond between pets and their owners post-disaster reflects the vital role that animal control plays in not just managing animals but also in supporting the emotional well-being of families. When a disaster strikes, animals can provide comfort and stability to their owners, who often experience trauma and loss. By facilitating reunions between pets and their owners or providing resources for pet care and emotional support, animal control officers help foster this relationship, which is an often overlooked but crucial benefit during recovery efforts.

In contrast, aspects such as promoting wildlife education in schools and creating policies for urban wildlife boundaries are more direct actions focusing on education and governance rather than the emotional implications of human-animal bonds following a disaster. Additionally, while reducing the number of stray dogs in the community is an important aspect of animal control, it primarily focuses on managing stray populations rather than addressing the relational dynamics between owners and their pets in the aftermath of a disaster. Thus, the chosen answer emphasizes the crucial, although indirect, role that animal control can play in the emotional recovery of individuals affected by disasters.