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The Mathematical Dog. (2008)
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Smith, D. (2008). The Mathematical Dog

Extraordinary Animals Season 2 Episode 1 S2E1 Maggie is a seven-year-old Jack Russell that can do simple mathematical calculations by tapping correct answers using her paw. Animal experts travel to her Florida home to assess the claims for themse... Read More about The Mathematical Dog..

Episode 30 - Dog intelligence. (2006)
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Smith, D. (2006). Episode 30 - Dog intelligence

Are you a fan of pedigrees or do you prefer crossbreeds? Opinions on this area can be very heartfelt, and the issue is clouded in myth. Which is more intelligent though, a pure pedigree or a mixed up mutt? At Aberdeen University in Scotland, Dr D... Read More about Episode 30 - Dog intelligence..

Uni takes lead in dog IQ testing. (2006)
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Smith, D. (2006). Uni takes lead in dog IQ testing. [BBC News channel]

Scottish scientists are trying to prove intelligence is not just down to good breeding - at least for dogs. Aberdeen University is running IQ tests on pedigree and crossbreeds to see which ones are smarter. Researchers hope the tests, mostly in... Read More about Uni takes lead in dog IQ testing..