I can tell you my kids are very intelligent. My treat bin with biscuts in it they know how to open and have it on taped section of my camera these kids know what you say and also learn to do things you would not think possible. They are the smartest pets I have ever had. I would not have it any other way. They learn by watching you and also I do believe they know what we are saying. I am sure right now mine are not happy because I had to come to NY and leave them with Daddy. But my father is on his death bed and I am needed here at the this time. I did tell them this and I do think they understood it. Trina [Posted in FML issue 4454]