Like humans, dogs have varying degrees of intelligence. Studies have proven an environment rich in stimulation, together with a combination of a well balanced diet improves brain function in dogs. There are various definitions of canine intelligence that are generally accepted today. Harvard psychologist Howard Gardener, categorised dog’s intelligence into specific kinds; observational & social learning, environmental learning, spacial awareness, instinctive & linguistic intelligence, as well as the dog’s personality. A great game that helps to test your dogs spacial awareness and language comprehension - two factors of canine intelligence - is hide and seek. Once your dog finds you, show your pooch youre happy; give him a treat and praise. This is a great game to play along with your children, like this Newfie below... https://youtube/watch?v=CQJt-Jk4WDU
Posted on: Mon, 19 Jan 2015 09:30:00 +0000
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