Dogs Show Human-Like Sound-Shape Mapping in Bouba-Kiki Test
A new study published in the Royal Society journal suggests adult domestic dogs can associate certain sounds with specific shapes, echoing the long-observed human tendency known as the Bouba-Kiki effect. The finding adds to evidence that cross-sensory pattern recognition may be more deeply rooted in biology than previously assumed, with implications for how animals process communication, learning, and environmental cues.
