Dogs are "not smart", these few details are enough to illustrate!
Dogs, as one of man's most faithful companions, are often considered to be intelligent and clever animals. However, many people also find that dogs don't always behave intelligently and witty. Some people think that dogs are "not smart", but what is it all about? This article will start from several details, delve into the phenomenon of "unintelligent" dogs, and try to explain the reasons behind this phenomenon.
It is often said that dogs have "ephemeral memories", i.e. dogs do not have a long-lasting memory of things. For example, if the owner comes back from home for a few minutes, the dog will still be as excited as if it were the first time he saw the owner. This phenomenon gives the impression that dogs lack long-term memory and is therefore considered one of the signs of "unintelligence". However, is this really the case? From a neuroscience point of view, dogs have different brain structures and different ways of processing memories than humans. Dogs have an excellent sense of smell and visual memory, and are able to distinguish different smells through their sense of smell, which is something that humans do not have. Therefore, a dog's "short memory" does not mean that they are "not smart", just that they have their own unique way of remembering.
Some people think that dogs are "not smart" because they do some seemingly stupid behavior, such as hitting a wall while playing, tripping over their own tail, etc. However, these behaviors are actually related to the dog's instincts and ability to adapt to the environment. Dogs are active by nature, they love to run and chase, and sometimes they have accidents because they are excited and don't pay attention to their surroundings. The reason for tripping over one's own tail is that dogs are not as flexible in their perception and control of their bodies as humans. Therefore, these seemingly "stupid" behaviors are actually manifestations of the dog's nature and physiological structure, and should not be simply classified as "unintelligent".
Another way to say that dogs are "not smart" is how well they are trained. Some people don't train their dogs well and conclude that they are "not smart". However, the effectiveness of a dog's training is closely related to the training method, the patience and skill of the owner. Dogs are naturally loyal, obedient, and good at learning, and as long as the owner is patient and uses the right training methods, dogs are often able to learn a variety of instructions and skills quickly. In fact, dogs have a keen sense of their owner's emotions and language, and are able to understand their owner's intentions through their intonation and expressions. Therefore, the dog's "unintelligentness" is largely related to the owner's training and guidance, rather than the dog's own intelligence.
The statement that dogs are "not smart" is not entirely true. A dog's performance in terms of memory, behavior, and training is closely related to its nature, physiological structure, and the way its owner guides and trains it. Dogs are not "stupid" animals, on the contrary, they have many excellent abilities and excellent traits, which we should respect and appreciate. Therefore, we should abandon the misconception that "dogs are not smart" and understand and treat this cute animal with a more objective and rational attitude, so that we can better live in harmony with them.