A psychological or behavioral state in which a domesticated animal, such as a pet, perceives itself to hold a superior or dominant position relative to its human caretaker, often manifesting in behaviors that reflect an assumed hierarchy or independence from human authority.
Zo- (from zoon, Greek for "animal" or "living being")
Phyxis (from the Greek phýxis, meaning "standing" or "position," often in terms of hierarchy or stature)
Zo- (from zoon, Greek for "animal" or "living being")
Phyxis (from the Greek phýxis, meaning "standing" or "position," often in terms of hierarchy or stature)
"After learning to open the treat cabinet, Moemoe developed a real sense of zophyxis, disobeying her owner and trying to control their owner's movement"
"Cupcake’s zophyxis was clear, he walked around the house as if his owners were there to serve him."
"Cupcake’s zophyxis was clear, he walked around the house as if his owners were there to serve him."
by M. E. October 28, 2024