why do most domestic animals enjoy being petted?
In: Biology
1. Mammals, in general, incorporate physical touch into social bonding. It’s a part of the makeup of mammals.
2. Any domesticated animal has evolved to appreciate human novelties. A good example is how dogs evolved more muscles in their face to display more expressions compared to wolves. By evolving features that bond them closer to their caretakers, they survived longer or were prioritized for breeding, so those genes were passed on.
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