Mark :
1. Parasite & debris removal – Helps remove ticks, fleas, mites, dirt, and dead skin, especially from areas difficult to self-groom.
2. Strengthening social bonds – Reinforces friendships, family ties, and group cohesion through physical contact and trust.
3. Stress reduction – Promotes relaxation by lowering stress levels and fostering a sense of comfort and security.
4. Conflict resolution – Serves as a peaceful gesture to reconcile after disputes and restore harmony within the group.
5. Alliance building – Strengthens partnerships that can lead to future cooperation, protection, resource sharing, or social support.
6. Parental care – Keeps young clean and healthy while nurturing the parent–offspring bond and stimulating development.
7. Pair bonding – Deepens relationships between mates, reinforcing long-term partnerships while maintaining healthy feathers or fur.
8. Social communication – Conveys trust, affection, submission, reassurance, and acceptance without the need for vocalizations.
9. Group stability – Helps maintain cooperation, reduce tension, and strengthen the social structure essential for group living.
10. Mutual benefit – While aiding the recipient, the groomer also gains stronger relationships, reciprocal support, and improved social standing.
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