Dogs understand how much we love them

Dogs Mentally Understand How Much We Love Them, Canine Cognition Expert Assures

 

To get an idea of just how your pup thinks and feels, Dr. Brian Hare has dedicated his life to studying canine cognition and its eccentricities. He has recently teamed up with Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind, a dog food dedicated to improving your pet’s cognitive function, to help owners figure out what’s really going on in their dog’s brain.

 

To strengthen the bond between humans and their pups even further, Dr. Hare has answered some of the burning canine cognition questions many curious dog lovers have.

 

Does my dog know how much I love him?

Yes, your dog knows how much you love him! […]

 

Are dogs known to go through depression like humans?

It is very possible for dogs to become depressed. […]

 

How many words can a dog actively understand?

This is one of the big recent discoveries in the canine cognition science community. […]

 

How much do we know about dogs’ abilities to make decisions? Do dogs problem solve?

Dogs problem solve all of the time, although they all approach and solve problems in their own way. […]

 

Is there something you’ve found that owners can do to support their dogs’ brain health and mental well-being?

Dogs are just like us; they need a good diet, lots of exercise and mental stimulation. It sounds simple, but doing these three things can really help your dog reach his full potential. […]

 

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