23. Dogs Understand Pointing and Gaze
Dogs are uniquely attuned to human gestures and cues. They instinctively follow our pointing and gaze direction to locate hidden objects or treats—an advanced cognitive skill also seen in human infants.
This understanding of body language goes beyond simple training; it reflects the deep social bond and intuitive communication dogs share with us. It’s just one more reason dogs are such extraordinary companions.
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