Ever thought you've been so close to your dog you think you know what it's thinking? You're not alone.
An article featured in Time magazine delves into the life of scientists and professors who study and research dog and owner relationships.
"Everyone feels like an expert on their dog," says Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist at Barnard College and author of the new book Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know. But scientists had carried out few studies to test those beliefs -- until now.
Brian Hare, assistant professor of evolutionary anthropology at Duke University, plans to open the Duke Canine Cognition Center this fall where he will test dogs brought in by owners to learn more about their interaction and responses. He also hopes his research will help him discover more effective ways to train ordinary dogs.
The article explains how sometimes dogs may or may not understand humans words, but often respond to their actions and sense of presence. Check out the article it's really interesting and makes you think.
--Erin S.
