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Domestication is a phenomenon whereby a wild biological organism is habituated to survive in the company of, or by the labor of, human beings. Domesticated animals, plants, and other organisms are those whose collective behavior, life cycle, or physiology has been altered as a result of their breeding and living conditions under careful human control for multiple generations. Humans have brought these populations under their care for a wide range of reasons: for help with various types of work, to produce food or valuable commodities (such as wool, cotton, or silk), and to enjoy as pets or ornamental plants. Plants domesticated primarily for aesthetic enjoyment in and around the home are usually called house plants or ornamentals, while those domesticated for large-scale food production are generally called crops. Likewise, animals domesticated for home companionship are usually called pets while those domesticated for food are called livestock or farm animals.
In a related way the notion of domestication is used in domestication theory that describes the process of the 'taming' or appropriation of technology by its users.
History of domestication
The earliest known domestic animal seems to probably have been the dog, likely as early as 15000 BC among hunter-gatherers in several locations. There is early evidence of beekeeping, in the form of rock paintings, dating to 13,000 BC. The next three - the goat, sheep and pig - were domesticated around 10-8000 BC, independently in the Levant and Asia. Recent archaeological evidence from Cyprus indicates domestication of a type of cat by perhaps 7500 BC. The earliest secure evidence of horse domestication, bit wear on horse molars at Dereivka in Ukraine, dates ca 4000BC. The unequivocal date of domestication and use as a means of transport is at the Sintashta chariot burials in the southern Urals, ca 2000 BC. Local equivalents and smaller species were domesticated from the 2500s BC. More on [ Domestication ]
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Pet Health Care - Washington Post
Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:46:56 -0000
Pet Health CareWashington Post, United States - Oct 10, 2008Keep this information filed with important pet papers, and make sure family members and pet sitters or caretakers all are aware. The time saved while trying ...
Pet meds products, sales are growing - DetNews.com
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 05:47:32 -0000
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Exotic pets pose a health risk to kids - New Straits Times
Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:58:29 -0000
Exotic pets pose a health risk to kidsNew Straits Times, Malaysia - 10 hours agoIf the injury was a result of an encounter with the pet, the appropriate thing to do would be to wash the wound with water for about five to 10 minutes, ...
Vet Nurses Are Pet Professionals - Market Wire (press release)
Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:03:18 -0000
Vet Nurses Are Pet ProfessionalsMarket Wire (press release) - 3 hours agoThe British Veterinary Nursing Association is co-ordinating the various activities going on around the country and has arranged two pet health check days. ...
Economic uncertainty doesn't damper people's dedication to their ... - Beaufort Gazette
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:52:10 -0000
Economic uncertainty doesn't damper people's dedication to their ...Beaufort Gazette, SC - Oct 10, 2008And Beaufort-area veterinary clinics say there sometimes is a correlation between the current state of the economy and pet health care. ...
Pet insurance explained - Times Online
Thu, 09 Oct 2008 14:42:29 -0000
Daily MailPet insurance explainedTimes Online, UK - Oct 9, 2008According to the Pet Health Council, one pet in two needs veterinary care each year, but only 15 per cent are insured. Research from Sainsbury's Finance ...Half of pet dogs and cats are overweight Telegraph.co.ukHard to stomach but 'almost half' of Britain's dogs are overweight Daily Mailall 6 news articles
Advanced Monitors Corporation - Developer of an ear thermometer for use with animals.
Meta Description: [ Dog health care-Puppy dog health care: Products used by dog breeders & veterinary industry worldwide to monitor dog health care-cat health-pet health. ]
AeroKat - Makers of a aerosol chamber for administering a controlled dose of medication to asthmatic cats. London, Ontario, Canada.
Alpha Tech Pet - Germicidal and odor control products for animal care facilities. Includes product information and distributor list.
Meta Description: [ Alpha Tech Pet supplies veterinary and kennel supplies including a superior disinfectant (effective against canine parvo virus) with outstanding odor control, and an environmentally friendly bioactive enzymatic cleaner to make cleaning up pet messes easy. ]
Amerdon - Producing veterinary medicine items including an osteogenesis product responding to trauma-induced injuries in horses, dogs or cats.
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Ark Naturals - Manufacturer of all-natural health, wellness, remedy snacks and supplements, and topical products for pets.
Meta Description: [ Manufacturer of All-Natural Health, Wellness, and Remedy Snacks and Supplements and Topical Products for the Pet/Companion Animal ]
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Au Naturel Remedies - Produces herbal remedies for animals including horses and dogs in South Africa.
Meta Description: [ natural skin care products ]
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Bob Martin - Manufacturer of pet health and hygiene products in the United Kingdom. Information about products and pet care, news, and Kids Pet Zone.
Dogkart - Producing a four-wheeled cart for dogs needing assistance to walk, with details of mechanism and benefits.
Frontline Brand Products - Manufacturer of flea and tick products. Includes information about product use, FAQ's and veterinary locator.
Meta Description: [ FRONTLINE Plus offers the longest lasting, most complete flea and tick control available for dogs and cats. ]
Highland VetPharma LLC - Developers of a palatable drug delivery system to facilitate oral medication. Includes details of componenets and applications. St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Meta Description: [ Highland Pharmaceuticals, LLC is a developer of chewable pharmaceuticals and nutrition products. Specifically, the company works with human health companies to develop great-tasting chewable products with no bitter taste and no lingering aftertaste. Certain patient populations have difficulty wi... ]
In Clover - Distributor of Connectin, a glucosamine based supplement for dogs and cats with joint disorder. Lists retail stores and ecommerce site that sell product.
Meta Description: [ In Clover develops safe and effective supplements for dogs, cats and horses that are rooted in science and developed with nature ]
Inflight Enterprises - Makers of natural coat supplement. Lists ingredients, distributors, instructions, and testimonials.
Meta Description: [ An all natural product-the secret of top winning dog professionals including Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show winner & National specialty winners! ]
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Jackson Technical Solutions Ltd - Producing cooling vests and beds for prevention of heat stress in dogs. Kent, United Kingdom.
O'Tom Tick Remover - Manufacturer of hook to remove all parts of attached ticks, and photographs showing how to use the tool. Has links to retailers who sell the product. Site in three languages.
Meta Description: [ A tick removal hook to remove all ticks, without leaving the mouth parts in the skin, without pain, in a few second, without ether or other products, without compressing the abdomen of the tick. ]
Orthopedic Innovative Technology LLC - Designing and making custom-fitted splints for dogs with leg problems. Manteca, California, USA.
PoochPad Products, Inc - Making reusable, absorbent products for old and/or incontinent dogs, with suggested uses and FAQ. Celebration, Florida, USA.
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Provital Animal Health and Nutrition - Manufactures a probiotic supplement for dogs, birds and reptiles, with ordering facility for wholesalers and retailers. Homestead, Florida, USA.
Prozyme Products - Natural plant derived enzyme for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, horses, ostriches, and exotics.
Seager Canine Semen Bank Inc. - Providing artificial insemination services, semen collection and storage, and supply of instruments to veterinarians. Sarasota, Florida, USA.
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UK Animal Products - Supplying herbal health products and vitamin supplements for pigeons, horses, and aviary birds. Includes product catalog and upcoming shows. United Kingdom.
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