Sharing Laughter With Our Furry and Feathered Friends
Briefly

Laughter likely originated in the Great Apes around 16 million years ago, signifying a shared vulnerability, yet we extend this to pets who don't understand the meaning.
Despite animals not grasping the meaning behind our laughter, our inclination for anthropomorphism leads us to communicate amusement, demonstrating our deep-rooted connection.
Our ancestors likely laughed at the antics of their domesticated animals, and this interaction has evolved into a modern phenomenon enshrined in videos and stories.
The universality of laughter as a response to humor transcends species, indicating a fundamental aspect of human nature that persists across generations.
Read at Psychology Today
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