docility

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Belyayev found that after multiple generations of controlled breeding silver foxes on Prince Edward Island, the animals began to develop traits associated with domesticity: Docility, floppy ears, spotted coats and curled tails.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2023

Docility, as I have pointed out elsewhere, is one of the marks of genius.

From Albert Durer by Moore, T. Sturge

Docility was no element of Mrs. Silver's present mood, and Herbert's hopeful eyes became blank, as his gaze wandered from her head to the brown basket beside her.

From Gentle Julia by Gilbert, C. Allan

Docility and affection are stamped on his countenance, and he rivals every other breed in his attachment to his master.

From The Dog by Youatt, William

The Turks greatly admire Cats; to them, their alluring Figure appears preferable to the Docility, Instinct, and Fidelity of the Dog.

From Our Cats and All About Them Their Varieties, Habits, and Management; and for Show, the Standard of Excellence and Beauty; Described and Pictured by Weir, Harrison