2007-01-09 01:34:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
st. lady -- ROFLMAO!
Because dogs were domesticated to help humans survive long before we became farmers. They captured our food, guarded our families and our property, hauled us and our belongings across often vast distances in order to keep us alive. They saved our lives on a daily basis and, as if that wasn't enough, they provided (and still provide) unconditional love and companionship.
Oxen were domesticated to, um, pull a plow, and, uhh...pull a plow. And to stare stupidly into space when they weren't pulling a plow. When was the last time your Ox brought you your newspaper or retrieved a duck? ;-)
2007-01-09 02:08:13 · answer #1 · answered by Loki Wolfchild 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, some people do treat oxen as pets.
But I think the answer to your question is that dogs were domesticated and bred to be companion animals and helpers with a close relationship to humans.
In short, we treat them as "pets" because that is what we created them to be--whereas most people have oxen for reasons other than companionship.
2007-01-09 09:41:16 · answer #2 · answered by bookmom 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dogs are domesticated animals. That means they can be trained and disciplined and they can become close to us like children. They get friendly and personable with us. Oxen can't do any of these things. Oxen are only beasts of burden and work.
2007-01-09 09:48:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because oxen are usually just a helper in the farm and not a cuddling buddy. Plus to me, they don't seem to be the pet type.
2007-01-09 09:46:52 · answer #4 · answered by Jackie M. 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't care to have an Oxen in my bed!
Actually, my ex was a bit Oxen-like, don't want him there either!
St. Lady - LMAO!!!
2007-01-09 13:49:41 · answer #5 · answered by whpptwmn 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I tried but my oxen doesn't fit on my couch. The last time he tried to play with me he broke my arm. He isn't any good at fetch either. Then one night a burglar came to my house and the most he would do is leave a pile of **** in his way. The burglar just stepped over it and took everything I owned.
2007-01-09 09:47:30 · answer #6 · answered by st.lady (1 of GitEm's gang) 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Oxen will not fit in that little bed by the fireplace!
2007-01-09 09:43:05 · answer #7 · answered by Conrey 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We humans are so selfish and self centered that our selection of pets depends on our needs and the facilities available.Dogs are small ( ok some are big ) and can easily fit into a house and easily accept orders and commands.Other animals would not follow orders blindly and human ego is bruised when this happens.So the easiest option is considered.
2007-01-09 09:50:28 · answer #8 · answered by fcashyam 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
behaviour. i dare you to find an ox that loves to cuddle and play with you. as well as protect and comfort you. if you can find an ox like that, then i dont know. but if not... than theres your answer.
2007-01-09 09:40:27 · answer #9 · answered by Rattiesrule 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you know thats a good question but i have no idea why....
2007-01-09 09:39:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋