Wolves Beat Dogs on Logic Test

Live Science ^ | Sep 3, 2009 | Clara Moskowitz

[decimon]

Wolves do better on some tests of logic than dogs, a new study found, revealing differences between the animals that scientists suspect result from dogs' domestication.

In experiments, dogs followed human cues to perform certain tasks despite evidence they could see suggesting a different strategy would be smarter, while wolves made the more logical choice based on their observations.

In fact, dogs' responses were similar to human infants, who also prioritize following the example of adult humans.

[AnAmericanMother]

Oh, we know where they came from.

We just channel it constructively.

[Brad’s Gramma]

Oh, I believe you!!!

I thought the whole test is silly...as most of them are...

[Brad’s Gramma]

you pick the most obedient ones out of the litter.

Not THIS chick....I ASKED for the fiesty-est one of the litter...she's turned out to be an absolute pleasure.

It's more fun (for me) to train one that's got spunk...

[AnAmericanMother]

I asked for one with brains and birdiness — the spunk was a bonus! (it’s like having a Ferrari in the living room — with no brakes!)

[Sunshine Sister]

Thanks for the laugh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Sunshine Sister]

Thank you! Another funny one!