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Somehow I can't believe this but it's probably true. In the same way dogs have been selectively bred and taught to obey humans over centuries, it's because we've done it, not because they're naturally attracted to humans right?
Both can be true, right? There is also the argument that domesticated dogs and horses live longer, are better fed and are healthier than their wild counterparts so the whole picture is complex I think. Obviously some huge exceptions there for the horrendous way that human's breed certain types of dog.
Regardless, humans should strive to not harm animals. I grew up around horses and just never felt ok with such amazing creatures being in captivity. I saw both sides though. Just like how border collies are born with an innate desire to herd sheep, some horse breeds are born with an innate desire to be riden. As you say, that's not a fully natural thing though.
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This just makes me sad.
Somehow I can't believe this but it's probably true. In the same way dogs have been selectively bred and taught to obey humans over centuries, it's because we've done it, not because they're naturally attracted to humans right?
I bet this has been said about many things and wasn't true in the end. Hopefully in this case as well. Not in my lifetime I guess. Sad