Animals (critters) have always been with us since Creation and some of them have even become almost family because of their closeness and their temperament to us.
Cats and dogs seem to have an affinity to be with humans and show their approval of us by being close, playful, making approving noises, licking us, and obeying humans once their trained to do so.
My tiny portfolio includes both domestic and wild animals doing their thing, hope you enjoy it.