Empathy develops over time in a bonding relationship. Empathy is being able to understand the feelings of another person. In the Encyclopedia of Human Relations, it is stated that “empathy is a psychological phenomenon that at least temporarily unites social entities distinct from self and others.” (Human Relations, 515) There are two different types of empathy: cognitive empathy and emotional empathy. Cognitive empathy is when one person tries to understand the feelings of another, while emotional empathy is when people share similar emotions and feelings. Empathy can lead to different behaviors, including taking action to find a solution to a crisis. Empathic accuracy occurs when a person tries to make the correct inference about another being and strives to act correctly in a crisis. Nonverbal communication consists of an interaction between body language and facial expression. Facial expressions are the initial factor for expressing emotions between beings. Animals interact with each other using nonverbal communication. Nonverbal communication is important in building a relationship. Interactions between humans can be facilitated by eye contact, close distances and direct contact. Nonverbal communication appears in human development. The time spent between relationships can be a main element in building a successful relationship and leading to closeness. Empathy is a main element that motivates Eliza to use nonverbal communication to be able to make the correct inference. Empathy is what makes Eliza determined to understand animals. Eliza shows empathy by sharing the same emotions as animals. In the Encyclopedia of Human Relations it is written: "Another important way in which empathy influences...... middle of paper ...... As he approaches the electric fence, he is reminded of this that the man from the African safari had told her and she slaps the elephant behind the ear making the elephant turn around. Since man was willing to spend time studying elephant interaction, he possesses cognitive empathy. He was able to understand the mental level of elephants. Eliza was able to take advantage of cognitive empathy to find a solution to the crisis. Humans need to build a relationship with animals by studying animal life, spending time with animals, and with this guidance we will be able to make the right decisions. inference. By doing this, we will be able to have both cognitive and emotional empathy towards animals. Non-verbal communication can be considered the main aspect of building relationships with animals, but empathy and correct conclusion is what creates a stronger bond..