"Big head, no brains"? Are small dogs or big dogs smarter? Have you noticed that big dogs are often more stable? Why is that?
Recent university research shows that large dogs have higher intelligence in "certain" areas compared to small dogs. For example, large dogs usually have better executive function, short-term memory, and self-control abilities.
1. Short-term memory test
The owner places three inverted plastic cups in front of the dog, with only one containing a treat. The owner then waits for 60, 90, 120, and 150 seconds before allowing the dog to find the treat.
Result:
The puppy found less treats.
2. Self-Control Ability Test
The servant then places the snack in front of the dog, but the dog must sit and hold it without eating.
Result:
Generally, big dogs can wait longer.
The study further found that, regardless of whether the dogs are trained or not, big dogs have better short-term memory and self-control abilities.
Why do large dogs have higher executive functions?
Researchers believe that the size of a dog's brain directly reflects the number of neurons and the differences in connectivity between neurons, which in turn affects cognitive performance.
A bigger brain = higher intelligence?
Although a bigger brain has a higher ability to execute commands.
However, matters related to intelligence, such as social skills, reasoning, and time-space perception, are not related to the size of the brain.
This study, led by the University of Arizona in the United States, is based on over 7,000 purebred dogs from 74 different breeds.
Recent university research shows that large dogs have higher intelligence in "certain" areas compared to small dogs. For example, large dogs usually have better executive function, short-term memory, and self-control abilities.
1. Short-term memory test
The owner places three inverted plastic cups in front of the dog, with only one containing a treat. The owner then waits for 60, 90, 120, and 150 seconds before allowing the dog to find the treat.
Result:
The puppy found less treats.
2. Self-Control Ability Test
The servant then places the snack in front of the dog, but the dog must sit and hold it without eating.
Result:
Generally, big dogs can wait longer.
The study further found that, regardless of whether the dogs are trained or not, big dogs have better short-term memory and self-control abilities.
Why do large dogs have higher executive functions?
Researchers believe that the size of a dog's brain directly reflects the number of neurons and the differences in connectivity between neurons, which in turn affects cognitive performance.
A bigger brain = higher intelligence?
Although a bigger brain has a higher ability to execute commands.
However, matters related to intelligence, such as social skills, reasoning, and time-space perception, are not related to the size of the brain.
This study, led by the University of Arizona in the United States, is based on over 7,000 purebred dogs from 74 different breeds.
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