The Olmec civilization, one of the earliest Mesoamerican cultures, did interact with animals, but evidence suggests they did not extensively domesticate them as we might think.
While they certainly hunted and may have raised some animals, such as dogs, for food and companionship, there is limited evidence of them domesticating livestock on a larger scale. The primary focus of the Olmecs was agriculture, particularly the cultivation of crops like maize, beans, and squash.
Furthermore, many of the animals associated with Olmec art and culture, such as jaguars and crocodiles, were likely seen more as symbols or totems rather than domesticated species. This highlights the spiritual and cultural significance of these animals in Olmec society, rather than a practical approach to animal husbandry.
In conclusion, while the Olmecs may have had a few domesticated animals, their civilization did not revolve around them, and they were primarily agrarian, relying on crops for sustenance.