Dogs, cats and rabbits understand the concept of a blanket and usually like to get covered by it when it’s too cold. So I think it’s not far fetched to assume they understand clothes.
My smallest dog is probably the smartest, and he not only understands “covering means warmth” but he also has a favorite throw blanket. Even when they’ve been freshly washed he prefers the flour tortilla patterned blanket, as it’s the warmest.
And when it gets warmer overnight, he will switch to a cooler blanket.
Haven’t managed to train him to put his unused blankets away, he just leaves them wherever he dragged it to last.
Even when they’ve been freshly washed he prefers the flour tortilla patterned blanket.
Maybe your dog is just Mexican
My cat likes to jump on my shoulders. When I wear clothes, she uses her claws to keep her balance. But when I’m topless, she doesn’t use her claws (and instead awkwardly tries to get down). It seems like she knows that clothes mean I’m protected and that she can use her claws without hurting me.
My cats are the same, except kittens. And as a result, probably clumsier. I get stabbed through my clothing more often than I’d like, but less often as time goes on
Do they learn from your reaction or do you think they can feel the difference and know not to pierce skin?
