Are dogs smart enough to avoid fire? Can I teach my dog fire safety?

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are dogs smart enough to sort out or know that fire is hazardous and could harm them? i am asking specifically about smart dogs like german shepherds. if no, can i teach a dog not to go near fire? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 20 days old | 4 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I think dogs are definitely smart enough to avoid fire, both naturally & by repetitive instructions. Just like a dog can be taught to respect a boundary, you can teach a dog to keep a respectable distance from a fire source. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Are dogs smart enough to avoid fire? Can I teach my dog fire safety?

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