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The Border Collie Solved the Cat Treat Bag Faster Than Anyone Expected

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The red and white Border Collie sits on the floor with a tiny, tongue-out smile, his white chest fluffy and his brown eyes shining. Next to him, a paper bag has been ripped open at the top, and small brown treats lie scattered across the floorboards. Shoes, baskets, and clothes crowd the background, as though the room never got tidied up after the last adventure.

Border Collies are widely seen as one of the smartest dog breeds, bred to herd sheep with focus and speed, and they are happiest when given a challenge. A bored collie can solve problems like how to open a bag faster than most people would guess. Cat treats are not harmful in a single small handful, but they are rich and can upset a dog's stomach, so keep them in a closed container. If a dog eats a lot, check in with your vet. Training games and scent puzzles use that big brain.

We will call him Scout. He did the job so cleanly that the evidence is nearly gone, aside from the crumbs on the floor. His grin is part pride and part hope. The cat, wherever she is, has probably already filed a complaint, but Scout does not look worried about any paperwork. Meanwhile, the empty bag lies there as proof that a very clever dog had a very quiet afternoon.

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