First Domesticated Cats

Cats have been domesticated by humans for over 9,000 years. The first evidence of domesticated cats was found on the island of Cyprus. Archaeologists discovered a burial site of a human and a cat dating back to around 7500 BCE, indicating that people valued the companionship of these animals even then.

Fascinating discovery! The bond between humans and cats goes way back in history. This finding sheds light on the early relationship between humans and felines, highlighting the enduring companionship that has existed for millennia.