Now researchers have found fresh evidence of canine savviness, revealing dogs seem to be able to tell whether human actions are deliberate or accidental. A recent study suggests that dogs can distinguish intentional actions from unintentional behavior. Photo: USA TODAY SportsPrevious research has suggested dogs can track human attention to decide when to snaffle food, and respond to pointing gestures. Additionally, many dogs get excited over certain cues that may hint at a forthcoming action — such as when a leash is picked up. However, experts say it was unclear whether dogs really grasp the notion of human intention.

Source: Taipei Times September 03, 2021 15:56 UTC