How to Test Your Cat's Intelligence: Find Out How Smart Your Pet Is

15.03.2023 13:42

Despite the cat's reluctance to perform various commands, this does not mean that the animal cannot be trained.

On the contrary, according to some studies, cats are no dumber, and sometimes even smarter, than their relatives – dogs.

To find out how developed your pet's intellectual abilities are, it is worth clarifying a few points.

The fact that the cat is not stupid is indicated by the fact that it knows its name.

Even if your pet doesn't rush towards you at full speed when you say his name, he will show that he heard you by moving his ears or twitching his tail.

Cat
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You can judge a cat's mental development by whether it knows the time for feeding, sleeping, and other recurring events, such as when the owner returns from work or goes to bed.

In addition, a cat can react to the emotions of “its” person.

Finally, a cat’s intelligence is also demonstrated by its ability to perform basic commands such as “sit,” “lie down,” “stand,” or “come here.”

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor