You dogsKnown as man's best friends, they share with their owners not only moments of play and companionship, but also a unique language that creates a special bond between the two species.
An eyeopening study examines dogs' understanding
A recent study published in Applied Animal Behavior Science examined the fascinating language abilities of these loyal companions and analyzed 165 dogs of different ages, breeds and occupations.
The results showed that about half of the pets responded to their owners' commands, including behaviors such as sit, wait and fetch.
Surprisingly, professionally trained dogs have been shown to have one vocabulary even wider than domestic dogs.
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But how many words do dogs actually understand?
Scientists at the University of British Columbia point this out Animals include about 89 words or specific grammatical structures, half of which are associated with direct commands.
This highlights dogs' unique ability to interpret and perform certain behaviors in response to their owners' instructions.
The research also suggests the intriguing possibility that dogs can expand their vocabulary to more than 200 words, a feat comparable to the linguistic development of a twoyearold child.
Surprisingly, owner age or knowledge do not appear to be significant factors in understanding dog language, while breed and training play a crucial role in this ability.
The cast of animal and the time the owner invests in learning new activities are also factors that influence the dog's vocabulary.
In summary, this study invites us to reflect on the complexity and richness of canine language that goes beyond barks and gestures.
It turns out that the bond between humans and dogs goes beyond the superficial and involves fascinating linguistic exchanges that enrich the relationship between both species.
A discovery that highlights the depth of understanding between us and ours Friends furry.