Question

When did man start cattle breeding and agriculture ?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

Early Domestication

• Humans began domesticating animals more

than 10,000 years ago beginning with dogs.

• Ruminants (cattle, sheep and goats) were the

first food animals to be domesticated followed by

pigs, possibly to dispose of table scraps and

waste products.

• Horses and cattle were domesticated primarily

for transportation and draft work purposes.

• Early people found animals that form large herds

or flocks and eat a wide variety of feeds are

easier to domesticate

Early Domestication

Domestication involves more than simply

taming. Animals are considered to be

domesticated when:

– they are kept for a distinct purpose

– humans control their breeding

– their survival depends on humans

– they develop traits that are not found in the

wild  

Domestication

Domestication allowed humans to

• Contain animals with the right temperament

• Have a steady food supply

• Use animals for companionship, religious purposes and draft work

In return, the animals received protection and a constant

food supply.

Selective breeding occurred as humans got rid of animals

with undesirable traits, not allowing them to reproduce.