the study of human and animal interaction.

An anthrozoologist is a person who is interested by, studies, or works in, anthrozoology - the study of the relationship between humans and animals.

The prefix socio- relates to anything of society, social, or sociological reference.

The prefix anthro- relates to anything pertaining to human beings, i.e. Anthropology, Anthrozoology, etc. As a suffix, it still relates back to humanity, however it may not be specifically science based.

Zoology is divided into fifteen different branches. These branches are entomology, ichthyology, helminthology, mammalogy, ornithology, parasitology, virology, herpetology, anthropology, cindology, euthenics, karyology, malacology, microbiology, and protozoology.

I suggest taking animal science and other animal related classes your school might have. psychology might also be helpful. Your school counselor should be able to help you choose which classes you should take.