Some dogs are able to memorise words with impressive speed

Whisky, a Border Collie from Norway, is one of two canines that participated in the study on dog memory. — AFP

The close links between humans and dogs have been well established over long periods of time. Known as loyal companions for their masters, even a confidant to some, four-legged friends are particularly a source of comfort in these gloomy times.

What’s more, Rover is said to have cognitive faculties that enable him to decipher the language and words spoken by his master. Some dogs are even said to have an extraordinary ability to understand new words after hearing them only a few times.