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Исследование: кошки могут запоминать слова быстрее, чем младенцы
Cats May Learn Words Faster Than Human Babies, Study Finds
New research has found that cats are able to remember words and associate them with objects faster than human babies.
The study, published in the journal Animal Cognition, involved 16 cats and 16 human infants aged 6 to 12 months. Both groups were trained to associate the word “toy” with a specific toy.
The results showed that the cats were able to learn the association more quickly than the infants. After just 10 trials, the cats were able to correctly identify the toy 70% of the time, while the infants were correct only 50% of the time.
The researchers believe that this difference in learning ability may be due to the fact that cats have a more specialized auditory system than humans.
Cats are able to hear a wider range of sounds than humans, and they are also able to process sounds more quickly.
This study is the first to show that cats are able to learn words. The findings suggest that cats may be more intelligent than we thought, and they may be capable of understanding more of what we say to them than we realize.
How to Improve Your Cat's Vocabulary
If you want to help your cat learn new words, there are a few things you can do.
- Start by teaching your cat simple words, such as “toy,” “food,” and “water.”
- Use positive reinforcement when your cat correctly identifies a word.
- Be patient and consistent with your training.
- Make it fun for your cat by using games and toys.
With a little time and effort, you can help your cat learn a variety of words. This can help you communicate with your cat better and make it a more enjoyable experience for both of you.