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Cats domesticated themselves in a unique and gradual process that began thousands of years ago. Unlike dogs, which were actively bred by humans for specific traits, cats initiated their own domestication by cohabiting with early agricultural communities. Drawn by the abundance of rodents around grain stores, wild cats began to frequent human settlements. Over time, the cats that were more tolerant of human presence thrived and reproduced, leading to a gradual adaptation to a life alongside humans. This mutualistic relationship benefited both parties: humans gained effective rodent control, while cats received a reliable food source and shelter. Through this natural selection process, cats evolved from solitary hunters into the more social and adaptable companions we know today, maintaining much of their independence and natural hunting instincts.