Paleo Diet and Paleolithic Diet Questions & Answers

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What do you think is most paleo type of pet to own?

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Nance · Answer 1 · 2012-10-12 14:46:16Z UTC

As an older woman, I firmly believe my dogs are paleo (I also have 2 cats):

morning and evening walks get me up and moving around
frequent laughter that modern life seems to squelch
soothing company that alleviates loneliness and anxiety

Living in an RV park, I can't help but notice that those of us with dogs spend lots of time outside, moving and gabbing, while the others are inside or at the casino.

I think many of us feel closer to mammals, but otherwise any creature you like is a pet and I guarantee paleo humans were not limited to only human company. Check out any farm or racetrack barn and you'll see lots of extra critters.

JayJay · Answer 2 · 2012-10-12 15:51:41Z UTC

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Duh! Dino from the flinstones.

answered Oct 12 at 15:51

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MiMintzer · Answer 3 · 2012-10-12 15:42:12Z UTC

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Ditto for dogs. Dogs and humans co-evolved together. Maybe you could get the ultimate paleo pet, a wolf pup.

answered Oct 12 at 15:42

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cerement · Answer 4 · 2012-10-12 14:51:59Z UTC

Definitely a dog, they've been partnered with us and hunting with us longer than anything else. (Cats, while being hunters, are a very neolithic pet). For true re-enactment potential, look to the older breeds like Basenji or Saluki or Husky.

Then there's the health benefits of being a dog owner (including reduced stress, lower blood pressure, fewer minor ailments, better recovery time on major ailments).

Poop Master MC · Answer 5 · 2012-10-12 19:15:33Z UTC

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A liger, which is a cross between a lion and a tiger. Ligers kick ass.

answered Oct 12 at 19:15

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It's bred for its skills in magic. – Todd B Oct 12 at 19:50

Wolverines are a frickin' handful unless you've got a 12 gauge. – thhq Oct 13 at 1:43

zoomia · Answer 6 · 2012-10-12 20:33:43Z UTC

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My pug, without a question. He is an evolutionary adaptation for cold weather, i.e., he plops his fat little body on my feet when I'm at my desk, thus keeping me warm.

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Matt · Answer 7 · 2012-10-12 15:35:08Z UTC

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I prefer a herd of goats. Then again, I handle dairy just fine!

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eric · Answer 8 · 2012-10-12 16:01:34Z UTC

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A sabertooth tiger.

answered Oct 12 at 16:01

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I saw a bobcat out walking yesterday. Cute but probably very vicious. – thhq Oct 13 at 1:42

Crowbar · Answer 9 · 2012-10-12 16:16:11Z UTC

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Dogs, definitely, dogs.

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CD · Answer 10 · 2012-10-12 17:13:25Z UTC

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Tilapia. They populate quickly, mature quickly, thrive on algea. You can build a self-sustaining terrarium that would feed a family of four that would fit on most people's decks.

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I think the point of a pet is that you're not going to eat them... – Lynn Oct 12 at 17:38

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meh, maybe that's why I am not a pet owner. Then I guess I would say a lioness -- if I can't eat them, at least they should be able to eat people who threaten me AND catch me dinner. – CD Oct 12 at 17:56

Re: CD, I think that's the point of why dogs are a great answer. They can aid in hunting and tracking and provide companionship without being uncontrollable large and/or aggressive. – SlimIcy Oct 12 at 19:30

Michelle · Answer 11 · 2012-10-12 21:43:41Z UTC

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Around these parts, the farther out into the boonies you get, the more valuable a good dog becomes.

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meta · Answer 12 · 2012-10-13 02:23:29Z UTC

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I have inherited a Pomeranian, which, I suppose, is not a particularly paleo breed. I do like the notion of an Akita.

answered Oct 13 at 2:23

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Aughra · Answer 13 · 2012-10-12 14:26:58Z UTC

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backyard chickens? nah... too neolithic. How about a pet rock or a hunting dog?

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Pet rock for sure. – Elunah Oct 12 at 15:04

Stone age for sure! – ThinnerStrength Oct 13 at 22:24

Canis Minor · Answer 14 · 2012-10-12 17:07:34Z UTC

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Depends what kind of animal you like to eat, I guess. :)

answered Oct 12 at 17:07

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borofergie · Answer 15 · 2012-10-13 03:15:56Z UTC

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I am Paleo. Animals are food. Bring your pet anywhere near my house, and I'll eat it.

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	Hey, let me hook you up with someone.. paleohacks.com/questions/155451/… – meta Oct 13 at 4:28
	that's a faulty link – jake Oct 13 at 21:38
	If you eat my pet I will cut your right arm off with an axe and beat you over the head with it (the severed right arm, not the axe) – Poop Master MC Oct 14 at 0:05

jake · Answer 16 · 2012-10-13 20:52:48Z UTC

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a horse? gotta be able to keep up with the buffalo herds.

answered Oct 13 at 20:52

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