Sendler, Damian Jacob. "Why people who have sex with animals believe that it is their sexual orientation—a grounded theory study of online communities of zoophiles." Deviant Behavior 39.11 (2018): 1507-1514.

This study delves into online spaces inhabited by zoophiles, focusing on discussions in forums dedicated to mental health. Thematic analysis of responses from 138 participants highlights prevalent topics such as the perception of animals as objects of love, emotional closeness with animals, and debates around consent and terminology. Zoophiles express frustration at the stigma associated with their orientation and emphasize the lack of emotional support from society.