one of the theme in the novel island of the blue dolphins is the importance of maintaining the relationship between humans and animals . explain why this true

Karana's changing attitude toward animals is an important part of her character development. Early in the novel, she does not seem to care much for animals. Although she enjoys watching the otter and the dolphins, she sees other animals only as sources of meat and tools, and she outright hates the wild dogs who killed Ramo. After she begins to adopt pets, she realizes that animals can provide companionship. Ultimately, they become like family to her. As she slowly discovers that animals have thoughts and feelings just like people, she realizes that she can no longer hunt them, and she switches to only eating fish. This change represents a shift in her attitude toward nature. Now, Karana no longer sees herself as being above nature, but rather as a part of it.