Not all animals are dangerous. Some are actually very friendly and enjoy being around people. These animals can be kept as pets, used for sports, or just played with.
Here are some of the friendliest animals in the world, according to Binocularbase:
1. Dolphins
Dolphins are very smart and love being with people and other sea animals. They often swim close to humans, play with swimmers, and follow boats.
2. Beluga Whales
Beluga whales, also called white whales, are friendly and enjoy spending time with humans and other whales. They don’t hurt people and are usually found in cold waters.
3. Manatees
Manatees, or sea cows, are very gentle and friendly. Although they are endangered in some places, it’s still allowed to swim with them in places like Crystal River in Florida.
4. Cats
Cats have been loved by humans for a long time. They are playful, friendly, and enjoy being around people. Many people keep them as pets.
5. Rabbits
Rabbits are sweet and friendly animals. They have lived with people for many years and enjoy being around both humans and other rabbits. They can live for 8 to 12 years.
6. Guinea Pigs
Guinea pigs are calm and easy to take care of. They get along well with people. These animals come from the Andes in South America and usually live around four years.
7. Horses
Horses are well-known and very helpful to people. They are used for riding, work, and even to help people with physical or mental health problems.
8. Sheep
Sheep are some of the most commonly raised animals. They are friendly, even though their babies (called lambs) are often taken away early. While wild sheep are shy, domestic sheep are used to people and very calm.
9. Monkeys
Even though monkeys are wild animals, they can be friendly—especially if you feed them or treat them kindly. Some people keep them as pets because they are very smart.
10. Capybaras
Capybaras come from Central and South America. They eat grass, live near water, and are great swimmers. They are very friendly and easy to train.