Elephants are considered to be one of the world's most empathic species. In my last blog, I wrote about how African elephants grieve and mourn their dead, proving that they're truly empathetic, social animals.
Elephants, the largest land animals on the planet, are among the most exuberantly expressive of creatures. Joy, anger, grief, compassion, love; the finest emotions reside within these hulking masses. Through years of research, scientists have found that elephants are capable of complex thought and deep feeling.
We know that fish are conscious and sentient, rats, mice and chickens display empathy and feel not only their own pain but also that of other individuals.” This understanding of animals as emotional beings is not something that meshes with some humans' views.
The ability to recognize and respond to others' emotions and intentions—empathy—may not be a uniquely human behavior, recent research suggests. Neural activity associated with empathy has been observed in mice, dogs, and monkeys.
For example insects, arachnids and crustaceans don't feel any type of emotion. They don't show any signs of fear or pain. This is just down to the fact that their brain is too simple to hold this information.
While mammals and birds possess the prerequisite neural architecture for phenomenal consciousness, it is concluded that fish lack these essential characteristics and hence do not feel pain.
Animals simply don't cry. Or at least, they don't shed emotional tears. The only creatures who have evolved to do so, it turns out, are humans. We snivel at sad movies, well up at weddings and blink away hot tears of frustration during arguments.
Dogs are also pack animals and long to belong to a pack. They are much like humans in that way – it is said that no man is an island and the same can be said for a dog. To your loyal dog, your family is their pack and they have adopted you as their own. Loyalty in a pack is crucial.
Elephants are considered to be one of the world's most empathic species. In my last blog, I wrote about how African elephants grieve and mourn their dead, proving that they're truly empathetic, social animals.
Cats have the power to sense their owner's emotions. So, cats have the ability to feel whenever their owner is sad. Beyond sadness, domestic cats are also able to feel whenever their owner has switched moods and emotions.
Dog - Typifies loyalty, kinship, bravery, perseverance, and happiness and also conveys protection and reliability.
To use animal symbolism effectively to express sadness, consider animals such as crows, owls, rabbits and deer. Crows embody feelings of grief and sorrow while owls often symbolize wisdom and insight. Rabbits signify fragility and vulnerability while deer evoke feelings of gentleness and grace.
Baby animals that are separated from their mothers sound a cry, but humans are the only ones who shed tears. (Stone/ Getty) Pet owners often claim their dogs cry. Darwin thought monkeys and elephants wept. But modern scientists believe the only animal to really break down in tears is us.
Lion. The King of the jungle, the lion as a spirit guide, is a representation of unrivalled courage and empathy. This spirit animal comes just in time when you are facing hurdles and need to overcome them. The lion encourages you to express your emotions better in order to make yourself understood better.
The quokka, a small marsupial native to Australia, is one such example of a species vulnerable to extinction in the country's harsh surroundings. Known as the “happiest animal in the world” due to its cute and friendly appearance, these creatures are now only found in a few isolated forests and small islands.
Wolf. Dogs and wolves share a common ancestor—and like their relatives, wolves won't attack humans unless provoked.
Crocodiles. Crocodile attacks on people are common in places where crocodiles are native. The saltwater and Nile crocodiles are responsible for more attacks and more deaths than any other wild predator that attacks humans for food.
Dogs are incredibly loyal and clever, making them the ideal human companions.
Gray wolves
Wolf packs live within a strict social hierarchy, led by the alpha male and his mate, with whom he stays for life.
But these feelings-driven tears may not be a wholly human experience. Dogs can also cry happy tears, according to a study published today (August 22) in Current Biology.
Bonobos Cry Like Human Babies When Attacked to Get Comforted: Scientists.
Chimpanzees. Chimps are our closest relatives in the animal kingdom, so it's unsurprising they display intelligence similar to that of humans. Chimps fashion spears and other tools, display a wide range of emotions, and recognize themselves in a mirror.
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