Dogs Eavesdrop to Learn Toy Names

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Dogs are good at learning commands like \"sit\" and \"stay\". But they often forget the names of their favorite toys.

Only a few special dogs can remember many toy names. Scientists want to learn why these smart dogs can do this.

New research shows these special dogs can learn in a new way. They can understand toy names by just listening to owners talk.

Ten clever dogs watched their owners talk about new toys. Seven dogs could then find the correct toy from a pile.

This listening skill is rare in animals, like some birds. Scientists will study these clever dogs more in the future.

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What commands are dogs good at learning?

Dogs are good at learning commands like 'sit' and 'stay'.

How many dogs could find the correct toy after listening to their owners?

Seven dogs could find the correct toy from a pile.

What do scientists want to learn about special dogs?

Scientists want to learn why these smart dogs can remember many toy names.

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