16 Adorable Photos Of Animals Mimicking Human Behavior
Yes, our pets are similar to us. no point in denying it. And it is commonly known and accepted.
There's an old saying that goes pets are exactly like their owners. Their behavior takes on the characteristics of their owners, which is valid to some extent if you think about it.
The truth is that animals and people are very similar. They get irritated and grumpy when they haven't eaten in a while.
Also, they try to act calmly in embarrassing situations but look ridiculous doing so. They trip when sprinting and try to brush it off by pretending nothing happened.
To be honest, that sounds a lot like people. Humans, too, experience all of these feelings.
Emotions are felt by animals as well. There were a variety of emotions.
That is why we adore and care for them so much: no matter what emotion they are showing, they look gorgeous. Even though they are not as intelligent as humans, they may sometimes outsmart us.
If you still doubt that animals and humans can be so similar, we can prove it to you. Scroll down to see 16 photos that demonstrate how animals are similar to humans.
You will be surprised.
1. Something went wrong...
© Volea / reddit2. Just waiting for my food... Hurry up!
© TimMarkel / reddit3. I just want to go outside...
© hpizaia / reddit4. I think I heard something. What could it be?
© Adsrwre / reddit5. What? I can fit there, let me show you!
© wynnedow / reddit6. Someone is very angry.
© TheOfficialCerealKiller / imgur
7. Bleep in your face.
© Elliotfish / reddit
The relationship between pets and their owners is complex, and we both influence each other. For instance, a study has shown that pet owners reported lower delinquency and higher empathy than non-owners.
So, in a way, it’s scientifically proven what we’ve been saying all along – pets make us better people. Our pets also have a positive effect when it comes to depressed mood and prosocial behavior.
8. What's a matter, big guy? Someone got you upset?
© fcbRNkat / reddit
9. I honestly thought it was a chewing toy. Honestly...
© EardleyWilmot / reddit
10. Let’s all take a look...
© Mitnickk / reddit
11. What's that?
© NoctuaMasterRace / reddit
12. Just relaxing...
© J0hnibar52 / reddit
13. What an awkward but cute smile.
© AbysswalkerSilent / reddit
There is a high prevalence of pet ownership in the United States, with dogs and cats being the most common types of pets. Overall, almost 70% of US households have pets (APPA 2018), and pet ownership is even more common among families with children.
The US Census has shown that approximately 57% of households with children have two or more children. Thus, it is likely that more American children live with pets than with siblings.
14. I just can't take it anymore.
© Blood_Eagled_Aella / reddit
15. This again? Please, let’s change the game...
© dittidot / reddit
16. “Sit down, human. We need to talk.”
© AthenaGonce / reddit
According to studies conducted on both children and adults, a considerable proportion of people regard pets to be family members and value their relationships with them. And we are sure that pets feel the same.
Well, it's no wonder then that we start to resemble each other after a while.
