Research into canine memory continues, including at the Duke Center for Cognitive Research at Duke University
According to research, dogs' real memory lasts 10-20 seconds.
That is, when a dog is guilty of something, and you reprimand it 15 minutes later, it will no longer understand why exactly you are angry with it.
Dogs can remember commands and hand movements of their owner for many years.
Dogs' memory - how long do they remember us? The dog will remember you all its life.
The connections in their brain are related to what the animal experienced with you.
Your gestures, movements, appearance, voice and smell - they form the dog’s memory and remain in it forever.
Dogs have a sensitive sense of smell. When interacting with its owner, the pet remembers its unique smell, which allows it to be distinguished from others.
Eye contact also allows the animal to recognize its owner.
The dog remembers facial features and navigates by them.
But if a year to three years pass without direct contact with you, your image will begin to fade from the dog’s memory.
Pets may forget their previous owners if the new associations are very strong.