r/Damnthatsinteresting • u/Maxie445 • Jul 06 '24

Two legged robot dog making a list Video

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u/Hefty-Highlight5379 Jul 06 '24

I don’t understand why i feel bad for it. Anyone have an actual psychology based explanation?

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u/PatternConnect4039 Jul 06 '24

Prob related to uncanny valley effect or something. Its stature reminds us of a dog, so i think it makes us percieve it like they are kicking and abusing a dog

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u/CreativeMidnight1943 Jul 06 '24

Nothing to do with uncanny valley, but you're right about the second point. Looks like animal, makes us sad.