Can a dog recognize itself in the mirror: what does a pet actually see
Every dog owner has at least once wondered what their pet sees when they look in the mirror.
Does the animal recognize itself? Or does it think it is another dog? Does the four-legged creature distinguish its body from other objects?
Research says dogs don't recognize themselves in the mirror. But pets are aware of their own body boundaries.
Some dogs show maximum interest when looking in the mirror.
They seem to recognize themselves in the reflection. In fact, they may think they see another dog.
In this case, they rely on their sense of smell. After sniffing the image, the pet understands that there are no strangers in the room.
After realizing this, the animal usually loses interest in the mirror and goes about its business.
If your pet starts barking, you can distract him with a game.
