News, Aussie researchers probe canine smarts. (test, American, New Zealand, owner)

[JD59]

MELBOURNE, Aug. 14 (UPI) -- Researchers at an Australian university said they are starting a study designed to determine whether a dog can recognize itself in the mirror.

The Monash University Anthrozoology Research Group in Melbourne said it is beginning two canine-focused studies Monday, one designed to test whether a canine knows its own reflection and the second to test whether dogs are able to pick up on human feelings and attempt to comfort sad owners, the New Zealand Herald Sun reported Friday.

Aussie researchers probe canine smarts - UPI.com

[20yrsinBranson]

What possible difference could it make? More wasted money on foolish "studies". (Lucky this time it wasn't American Tax Dollars).

20yrsinBranson

[latetotheparty]

Originally Posted by John1960

MELBOURNE, Aug. 14 (UPI) -- Researchers at an Australian university said they are starting a study designed to determine whether a dog can recognize itself in the mirror.

The Monash University Anthrozoology Research Group in Melbourne said it is beginning two canine-focused studies Monday, one designed to test whether a canine knows its own reflection and the second to test whether dogs are able to pick up on human feelings and attempt to comfort sad owners, the New Zealand Herald Sun reported Friday.

Aussie researchers probe canine smarts - UPI.com

i don't need no stinkin' study to tell me the answer to this...... as i'm sure most of us here can attest......

and unless or until the canine furkids start painting their faces and styling their fur, who cares if they can recognize themselves in a mirror...... oh brother......