In fact, it is neither a mistake nor madness. This phenomenon is technically called Anthropomorphism. It is the conscious attribution of traits to an animal. Similarly, traits can be ascribed to natural forces and mythical beings.
If it is therefore neither madness nor human stupidity, what does Anthropomorphism prove? According to an expert it is a manifestation of intelligence. Not only does he consider talking to animals, or even to other objects like a computer or mobile phone, healthy, but he also encourages such talking.
This is not a sign of childish behavior. Nor of excessive imagination. Children often talk to their toys, whether they feed a doll or try to teach a plush teddy bear something.
In the past there was a belief that everything that lacks human reason has no feelings or soul. This belief may still persist in some, and therefore talking to animals or treating them as if they were people is still viewed with suspicion.
However, it should be remembered that this is not a sign of any mental illness. It is even confirmed that talking to animals or other inanimate objects helps the psyche. It calms a person and helps them ventilate emotions.
