The Latest On Dog Cognition

Photo courtesy of The New York Times

When our dog gazes at us with those loving eyes and does that endearing head-tilt when we talk, they're understanding a lot more than we might think, at least according to a study published in the journal, Current Biology.
Reported in this week's Science Section of The New York Times, the study concludes that "dogs, like infants, are able to study minor details in human communication and correctly interpret intent."
In other words, our beloved canines can can understand even subtle differences in human behavior and intent, likely learned over thousands of years of domestication.
"Dogs are functionally similar to a 6-month-old, to a 1-year-old," said Dr. Adam Miklosi, one of the author of the study. He even goes so far as to say that "you can really treat your dog as sort of an infant," unlike, say, a typical barnyard animal.

What we love about this study is that what you humans have hoped for so long-that we understand you-is now (nearly) proven by science. You're finally catching up! Hello?

Do you think your dog "understands" you when you address them? We'd love to know!

P.S. Stay tuned for our Treasure Buddies giveaway tomorrow!

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