(06-16-2012, 12:30 PM)jenb128 Wrote: I'm with tajnz. I think it has to do with how long dogs and cats have been with us. People have used dogs for hunting and protection forever, and cats have been helping people control mice. We also can't forget cats and ancient Egypt!
A lot of people don't realize how much other animals can interact and bond with their humans. I often run into people who are shocked that I actually take my bird to the vet. They just don't think of birds as "real pets." :/
Yes, I'm amazed at stories of other animals bonding with their owners. Some of my friends growing up owned rats who would sit on their shoulders while they read a book or watched television. Others had rabbits that wanted to be pet and cuddled. Birds are amazing animals too. A family member had two pet birds that would sing when their owner was nearby.
