![]() Y: True, but it was wild cats who really “self-domesticated.” Around the time of the Cyprus grave, they started hunting rodents in the Near East agricultural permanent settlements that were starting to form.ĭ: Though did you know that we have the Ancient Egyptians to thank for making those fierce predators into the house pets they are today? While they weren’t the only people who helped domesticate cats, they were keeping them nearly 6,000 years ago. It’s the oldest known site of a tame cat. But her queenly attitude isn’t surprising we’ve been hanging out with cats for almost 10,000 years! A grave in Cyprus from 7500 BC shows a furry feline and human owner buried together. Y: Exciting news, Don: I got a cat! I just took her home, but she’s already prancing around like she owns the place.ĭ: I hope it works out for you, Yaë1.
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