Empathy in animals

Empathy in animals is a fascinating area of study, revealing that many species can recognize and respond to the emotions of others. Research has shown that animals such as dogs, elephants, and primates exhibit behaviors that suggest empathy, such as comforting distressed companions or showing concern for injured members of their group. For instance, dogs have been observed to comfort their owners when they are upset, and elephants have been seen to mourn their dead. Also, as in humans, animals that are less reactive also show more empathy towards others. These empathetic behaviors indicate that animals may share more emotional similarities with humans than previously thought.

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(1) Do animals have feelings?

(2) Can animals feel empathy?.