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Aradhana Jha

Do Dogs Understand Human Language? The Science Behind How Dogs Communicate With Humans

Dogs are often referred to as man’s best friend, and many pet owners are of the opinion that their dogs understand everything that is said to them. Dogs seem to understand everything that their owners say, from simple words like “sit” and “come” to complex words like “I love you.” The question that comes to mind here is whether dogs really understand what their owners say or whether they are simply responding to the sounds and gestures that accompany the words. The answer lies somewhere in between, say the experts.

Dogs can learn words, but not like humans

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