Common Medieval Pets And Animals!

During medieval times, animals were a necessity for daily life. You could find them everywhere, both inside and outside the home. Yes, they were used for practical domestic purposes like pulling carts, plowing, riding, milking and even food. Though were animals used for companionship and pleasure in medieval times like pets today? The term pet was not even mentioned until the 16th century. Though there are instances where companion animals were kept like pets in modern times. Which means they did not have to earn their keep like most other domestic animals!

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Medieval Food & Lifestyle Playlist:

0:00 Introduction
0:20 Animals For Work Or Even Companionship
1:27 Dogs For Hunting, But As Pets?
3:21 Cats Earned Their Keep Too
4:22 Birds Of Different Feathers
5:00 Squirrels & Monkeys
5:26 Horses
6:36 Cows
6:58 Sheep
7:16 Pigs
8:12 Mules
8:37 Chickens

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Which of these animals would you have as a pet if you lived during the medieval period?

[amyj]

I love animals and I really enjoyed this video🎉
Dogs I like to think of extra special because not only are they cute, they have provided companionship and loyalty throughout the ages as you have shown in this video. As far as the cat aspect of mistrust and the the association with witches, especially the black cat, had an impact of them being killed during the plaque which was interesting to note.
Another great video!

[deborahberger]

Many years ago, I read that medieval women kept dogs on their laps to attract fleas away from their bodies. I always thought this sounded spurious, and I don't think it would work very well. Dogs could be symbols of loyalty, too, and their presence on tombs, especially those of women, often symbolized the lady's goodness and fidelity. As you pointed out in your fascinating video about Van Eyck's Arnolfini Portrait, the dog might signify that the lady in the painting has passed on.
(What is the music I hear in the background? It's beautiful, and perfect for the subject.)