'Gifted' dogs learn from eavesdropping, and more...
Jan 23, 2026•54 min
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Episode description
Some dogs are more adept at learning language than others. Researchers studying these special dogs discovered that, much like toddlers, these smart furry canine companions can pick up words just by eavesdropping on their owners' conversations.
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