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Dogs Lie Too: How Pets Learned to Deceive Their Owners
26.12.2023 14:20
Dogs are intelligent and sociable creatures, so they have many ways of communicating with people.
For example, as ADVICE.NEWS reports, when they don’t want to get into trouble, they can lie – but how do they learn to do this?
Let's learn more about how dogs lie.
Observation
Dogs are very observant and watch their owners closely.
They pay attention to their behavior, daily routine and reactions to various situations.
By trial and error
Dogs learn through trial and error. They try out different behaviors to see how their owners react.
If a certain behavior elicits a positive response or reward, they are more likely to repeat it again in the future.
Linking actions to results
Dogs make connections between their actions and the results they achieve.
For example, pets see that if they are sad, the owner usually gives them extra attention or treats them with treats.
Understanding cause and effect
Dogs learn that certain actions lead to specific results.
They can use this knowledge for their own purposes.
For example, a dog may pretend to be hungry or act as if it has not been fed in order to get extra food or a treat.
Reading human signals
Dogs are good at reading human body language and facial expressions.
They can pick up subtle signals that indicate their owner's emotions or intentions.
By reacting in certain ways, pets can manipulate their owners into giving them what they want.
Learning from past experience
Dogs have good memories and can remember what has helped them in the past.
They may repeat successful deceptive behavior if they believe it will produce the desired outcome.
Connection and understanding
Dogs have a special connection with their owners. They can sense their moods and emotions.
This understanding helps them manipulate their owners by appealing to their emotions or exploiting their weaknesses.
Previously, we talked about what awaits you if you take an adult cat from the street.
