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Politeness to animals

In a new study, it has been found that domesticated animals such as horses and pigs react to the way humans speak to them, distinguishing between positively and negatively charged sounds. When spoken to politely they become calmer and more relaxed.

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News seen at: ScienceDaily - Living Well