Dr. Brian Hare
Co-founder & Chief Scientist
Associate Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology at Duke University and founder of the Duke Canine Cognition Center.
HOW THE ASSESSMENT WORKSHow the
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Unlock your dog's cognitive potential through science-backed games. No more guessing — discover exactly how your best friend thinks, learns, and navigates the world.
It's where CanineQ began: groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind research that hundreds of thousands of dogs (and their humans) have taken part in worldwide — a citizen science journey that's still going, with your dog's assessment as just the first chapter.
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PLAY: Games Designed by Canine Experts
The 10 games that comprise the Dognition Assessment were created by world-leading scientists, trainers, and behavioral specialists. They are fun and easy for anyone to play with their dog at home.
In the time you would normally take your dog for a walk, you can gain a whole new understanding of your dog's unique genius through each science-based shared play game.
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DISCOVER: The Dognition Profile Report
When you complete the Dognition Assessment, you'll receive your dog's unique Profile Report — 10–15 pages (served up in our CanineQ app) that describe your dog's unique genius across five cognitive dimensions: Empathy, Communication, Cunning, Memory, and Reasoning.
With millions of potential outcomes, each report is one of a kind — just like your dog. Are they a Socialite? An Einstein? Or a Maverick?
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Guided by Global Experts
Leading scientists, trainers, and behaviorists have come together to produce invaluable insights into all areas of your dog's life.
Dr. Richard Hawkins
Veterinary Medicine
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, President of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board with 35 years' experience.
Victoria Stilwell
Dog Behavior Expert
World-renowned positive-reinforcement dog trainer, bestselling author, and TV personality, host of It's Me or the Dog.
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