Pets are often described as “just like their owners”. We’ve all heard how dogs and cats can pick up on our habits, but has anyone else noticed their pets developing any unique behaviors of their own? My pet cat, for instance, seems obsessed with faucets - she only wants to drink from the sink, refusing water from her bowl.
Additionally, I’ve also noticed dogs that watch TV like humans, or that cockatiel who has learnt to mimic nearby construction noise in startling accuracy. Whether these behaviors are cute, annoying, or even bewildering, they can open a fascinating discussion about how animals adapt to and engage with their human-influenced environment.
Now over to you! Have your pets developed any interesting habits that you’ve noticed? What do you think sparked these behaviors, and how do they add to your daily life with your pet companion?
Alternatively, if you don’t have a pet, have you noticed any interesting animal behaviors in the wildlife around you? Perhaps squirrels in your backyard engaging in a complex social dance, or birds that are seemingly timing their calls with traffic noise? There’s much to be shared and learnt, so drop your remarkable observations below. Maybe we can collectively shed some light on why our animal friends do the interesting things they do.
