Dogs on pontoons

[dgadee]

Particularly when brain structures are exactly the same. Researchers reckon the dogs brain is generally the same as a 2-3 yo child.

Rubbish.

 

[GHA]

It's strange how some people anthropomorphise their animals.

Not really, big brained apes will anthropomorphize anything.

 

[jimi]

Rubbish.

Hmm.. suggest you do some research.

 

[dom]

It's strange how some people anthropomorphise their animals.

Try this:
The 10 Health Benefits Of Dogs (And One Health Risk)

 

[tico]

Some recent visitors to our marina had the right ideas....
Plank conveniently mounted to allow easy access to boat
Square of artificial turf for dog to crap on and most impressive....
A small tree mounted on said artificial turf to pee against!

 

[Moodysailor]

I wish more humans were as well behaved as my dog. Having seen the worst of both, I know why I like my dog's company

 

[dgadee]

Hmm.. suggest you do some research.

You are making the outlandish claim. Prove it.

 

[Caraway]

NI has dog licences and loads of dog shit.

Good point. Well made.

 

[dom]

Good point. Well made.

Why scientists believe dogs are smarter than we give them credit for

 

[Scomber]

I don't dislike dogs, but when they lick me, my skin falls off, when they wander into my house or boat to investigate an interesting smell, I get asthma until I've cleaned it all down, and when I get dog shit on the carpet at home from my shoes, it sucks.

Thanks to the dog owners who train their dogs, keep them on a lead less than 30 foot, and clean up after them.

Bring back dog licences. As others have said, it's a big responsibility, both to the dog, and others who may be affected. Not everyone is cut out for such duty, and some should be barred.

Exactly, a realistic licence to cover collecting all those shitty plastic bags hanging everywhere and dog wardens etc etc Increased rates if you decide you need more than one mutt! Usual exemptions for guide dogs etc

 

[Dan Tribe]

I love dogs but usually think they are not compatible with the sort of sailing we do.
However, we once invited a Dutch harbourmaster aboard for a drink.
Before he could get aboard, his border terrier jumped aboard, did a quick tour of the deck, had a good look and sniff down both hatches, then went back to his human.
His whole demenour said "it's OK, I've had a look, seems safe".
That's the sort of dog I would like for a boat.

 

[jimi]

You are making the outlandish claim. Prove it.

My daughter, a Cambridge Veterinary post graduate, told me that when she was doing her studies.

Mr Google quickly finds these;

Decoding the Canine Mind | Dana Foundation.

Dogs and Humans Have Similar Social and Emotional Brains

How is the human brain similar to a dog's?

Dogs' Intelligence On Par With Two-year-old Human, Canine Researcher Says


have a go yourself, just type google at the top, then when the search box appears type in something like "dog v human brain" . Its quite a useful skill to learn.

 

[dgadee]

Why scientists believe dogs are smarter than we give them credit for

None of Dr Coren's publications appear to be in the area. I think he is just a dog lover. He seems to be the source of that myth.

 

[dgadee]

Of course there are similarities. We are all animals. That does not mean a dog = a toddler in brain structure.

 

[Caraway]

Why scientists believe dogs are smarter than we give them credit for

Very interesting. What does it have to do with my post?

 

[Clancy Moped]

Dogs on pontoons, Great name for a 70s Prog rock band.

 

[jimi]

You are making the outlandish claim. Prove it.

Far from it

Of course there are similarities. We are all animals. That does not mean a dog = a toddler in brain structure.

au contraire the structure of a dogs brain and yours is almost exactly the same. The basic difference is the amount of it .. to put it in very simple terms

 

[johnalison]

Most 3-yr-olds I know can talk.

 

[dgadee]

Far from it

au contraire the structure of a dogs brain and yours is almost exactly the same. The basic difference is the amount of it .. to put it in very simple terms

You need to write a book. The world needs to know (in simple terms).

After the neuroscience text you can then write a legal text on giving dogs human rights.

 

[jimi]

You need to write a book. The world needs to know (in simple terms).

After the neuroscience text you can then write a legal text on giving dogs human rights.

That’s a bit of a stretch. I simply gave you some scientific fact and you don’t like it. Stop behaving like a toddler woof woof!