Figuring Out Just How Smart Your Cat Really Is

Cats remember positive and negative experiences well. Does your cat still avoid the vet or remain loyal to favorite treats or toys

Test Their Memory  

Smart cats "talk" through vocal tones and body language. Does your cat make eye contact or "answer" your questions

Assess Their Communication  

Present physical and mental puzzles. Does your cat figure out treat balls and interactive toys

On Puzzles

Give your cat access to an unreachable treat or toy and watch their creative attempts to devise a solution.  

Observe Their Problem Solving  

With time and incentives your cat can learn commands, tricks and even agility courses to showcase intelligence.  

Learn Commands and Tricks

Researchers revealed cats understand quantities. Test if your cat expects increasing treats based on previous numbers. 

Notice Numeracy 

Smart cats acclimate well to change and new environments by evolving behaviors and preferences. How does your cat handle moves, visitors, schedule shifts?

Assess Their Adaptability

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