Do animals watch television consciously?
Pets can be incredibly curious. Even animals watch television. But what do these whiskered creatures see on the screen, and do they understand the meaning of the programs?
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Entertainment for pets
Careless owners often abandon their pets because they misbehave. The unfortunate creature ends up in a shelter or on the streets. To avoid negative consequences, experts recommend that owners channel their pet's energy into peaceful outlets.
Pets need frequent walks, fun games, and favorite treats. Chewable bones are great for dogs. They're available at pet stores. As technology advances, more and more fun pet toys are becoming available.
The first dog TV channel
In 2012, a dedicated dog channel, Dog TV, was created, broadcasting in 12 countries and reaching two million viewers. Programs are 3-6 minutes long. Watching them helps dogs gain confidence. The videos are tailored to the Mukhtarovs' vision and hearing. The new channel's following is steadily growing among dog lovers.
How do whiskers see TV images?
The furry friends don't grasp the meaning of the transmission, although they understand individual words.
"Fluffy animals see television images differently than humans. They see video as moving lines and dots. Pets don't distinguish between shapes and images," explains veterinary ophthalmologist Michelle Freund.
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Vision of dogs and cats
Dogs' vision is less developed than their sense of smell and hearing. Cats see perfectly well in the dark. They're better at spotting moving objects than stationary ones. Unlike us, they see fewer details. Our four-legged friends distinguish colors thanks to specialized receptor cells in the retina called rods and cones.
Interesting facts
- Dogs cannot perceive shades of green and red.
- A cat's retina contains numerous rod cells, allowing them to easily spot prey even in the dark.
- Mukhtars have poor detail perception and see six times worse than humans.
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And if a pet watches TV with its owner, it simply wants to be with them, not because the whiskered one enjoys the movie.
Translated by O. V. Ryndina
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