30 seconds or less: 3 points 31–60 seconds: 2 points Tries but fails within 60 seconds: 1 point Doesn’t try: 0 points
30 seconds or less: 3 points 31–120 seconds: 2 points Tries but doesn’t succeed within 120 seconds: 1 point — and take off the towel for him! Doesn’t try to get free: 0 points. You might want to practice tossing the towel over a chair beforehand. It should land in one, smooth motion. [2] X Research source Coren, Stanley. The Intelligence of Dogs. New York: Free Press, 1994.
Succeeds within 2 minutes (using its paws): 4 points Succeeds within 3 minutes (using its paws): 3 points Fails within 3 minutes, but uses its paws: 2 points Fails, only uses its muzzle: 1 point Doesn’t try: 0 points
Checks under the right cup on the first try: 2 points Finds it within two minutes: 1 point Doesn’t find it: 0 points
11–12 points: Canine Genius 8–10 points: Obedience School Honor Student 4–7 points: Just an Average Rex 1–3 points: I’m a Barker, Not a Thinker 0 points: You might have just tested a mop.
Pieces of hot dog, cooked chicken, or cheese are all good options. [5] X Trustworthy Source American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Leading organization dedicated to the prevention of animal cruelty Go to source Use a dry, non-smelly treat when you’re testing memory.
