One of the big questions religious people, philosophers and neuroscientists wrestle with is whether animals are capable of conscious thought – the ability to reflect on their actions, make choices, and remember the what/when/where of an experience.
Well, consider the problem solved – I saw this dog in the Logan Circle neighborhood of Washington DC carrying not one but TWO empty plastic water bottles. No matter how you look at (s)he clearly is more concerned about our environment than most humans, more conscious than us. Either she was really thirsty, and drank two bottles worth and was bringing them home to recycle them. Or she found them as litter and was thoughtful enough to take them home to recycle. Or she was moderately thirsty and drank one and found the other. If she had opposable digits and could walk upright I’m sure she’d be carrying more. If we spoke the same language I would have asked her if she’d carry more if she could but, alas…
This dog is more conscious than you are
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