Animals have been around longer than us humans and even though they can’t measure up to humans in terms of intelligence, that doesn’t mean they’re incapable of showing off their genius! Quite the contrary!
Chimps, dolphins, elephants, and whales are today considered to be some of the smartest animals in the world and are famous for their remarkable memory, social intelligence, and advanced communication skills. However, there’s no need to go to the wilderness to search for smart animals as they’re often much closer to home than we’d suspect. Our canine and feline friends are also quite smart and let’s not forget birds, pigs, and rabbits as well!
We bring you a comprehensive list of 75 animals who proved they can be smarter than an average human!
1. Yoga friends
This is the single most adorable thing we’ve seen today for sure! This dog loves yoga! Very soon, he’ll be a pro himself!
2. Boo!
He knows she’s a scaredy-cat. And dogs just don’t love scaredy cats or cats in general for that matter! It must’ve been one hell of a fright!
3. Let’s do some cleaning!
Nobody likes a dirty home – or a cage. So when you see a broom at hand, you better use it! Just like this fellow!
4. This dog is a genius
Holidays such as the New Year are a very traumatic time for canines who are frightened by the loud noises fireworks make. Dogs have a much more sensitive hearing than us humans, so you can imagine you traumatic it is for them! Fortunately, Gusto has found a perfect way to protect himself from the noises, revealing his canine genius in the process!
5. Don’t look at me! I was napping!
He’s so adorable you just can’t be mad at him! Somebody will have to clean up that mess, though.
6. Nut trafficking
Squirrels are crafty little creatures who have a reputation of being cunning. This little fellow and his human host agreed to strike a bargain: he gets the nuts and the human gets to cuddle him in return!
7. Outsmarting the fence
Here’s our proof that cows aren’t necessarily docile and benevolent as most people tend to think. There will be no nasty surprises on this ranch today!
8. Stand by me
Humans and canines share such a strong bond of companionship that almost nothing can break it. Now these two can work together in perfect harmony!
9. Hygiene is important
Even our feathery friends have to take a break sometimes. Parrots are no exceptions. They too need to keep their feathers sparkling clean!
10. Can you understand me?
Sign language may be a human invention but that doesn’t stop clever felines from using it to communicate with their owners. They look like they have much to say to each other!
11. The perfect employee
Every big retail chain in the country would be happy to have him as their employee! We doubt that any human could match his devotion!
12. I can do it better!
Dolphins love to play! Swimming with dolphins ranks as one of those things you have to do before you die. You won’t regret it!
13. Learning numbers
Our closest cousins have superb memory skills and it’s no surprise they have been successfully taught how to do basic math! Never try to swindle a monkey, he will know exactly how many bananas you owe him!
14. Bath time!
Now who doesn’t love an indoor bath? One sprinkler and one doggy door are enough to make it possible.
15. Cat on vacation
We don’t know what happened to this hammock when the cat was done but one thins is certain: this furry fellow will have his rest, Hawaii style. Too bad cats hate water!
16. A test of devotion
The moment this dog realized his owner was drowning, he rushed to rescue him! Even though the canine couldn’t know the human was just pretending, his devotion to his two legged friend is heartwarming!
17. Capt’n Doggy Sparrow
It took him a while to fetch his ball back without getting his paws wet. He would make an excellent pirate!
18. The new currency
If only this could work for the rest of us! The store has now got a fateful customer and a steady supply of leaves he always brings as payment. It may as well be the beginning of a new type of economy!
19. A family photo
These three cuties were determined to take a family photo and dressed for the ocassion. The cat felt less enthusiastic about it, but this canine was having none of it!
20. A touching story
Rudy is a fighter who never gives up! We hope this clever canine will one day find a home of his own!
21. Bedtime!
We feel all warm and fuzzy inside looking at this photo! Dogs are truly selfless when they get attached to someone and will go out of their way to make them feel good.
22. Pigcasso
Before she became a world-famous artist, Pigcasso was an unhappy piglet at a factory in South Africa. She now lives at a farm sanctuary and spends times doing what she loves: painting!
23. No more vaccum noise!
Although this pig is no painter, its still smart enough to tackle the annoying vaccum noise. Pigs don’t need a tidy place to live anyway!
24. I see you!
There’s nothing as annoying as a noisy neighbor! Now when he’s found out who they are, he’s ready to teach those intruders a lesson!
25. Future NBA stars!
Sorry, we meant NAV stars. The National Avian League has now become reality!
26. One less obstacle on my way
This donkey’s friend opted to simply jump the fence but he found a much more effective solution! Who are those humans to put obstacles in his path!
27. He wants to ski too!
Who said skiing is for humans only? He knows what he wants to do and won’t take no for an answer!
28. Cats climbs down a rope like a pro
We may be looking at a future firefighter here! With his feline agility and his nine lives, there will be no situation he won’t be able to handle!
29. The new Houdini!
If you ever feel like you want to learn coin magic, you know who to turn to for help. Cats are fast learners and they love to play tricks on friends and foes alike! That’d make them ideal illusionists.
30. Once upon a time in Norway
Losing an iPhone to the chilly depths of the Norwegian Sea doesn’t have to be such a disaster if one of those friendly Beluga whales happen to be around to retrive it. It’s one more reason to admire the beauty and intelligence of these gentle giants of the deep!
31. Look, I’ve got a teddy bear!
We don’t know if it’s just bragging or an elaborate flirting attempt. What’s certain is that this pitbull is very proud of his teddy bear!
32. Cat on an escalator
Fancy a ride? Why, by all means! One small feline had no qualms whatsover about finding itself in the middle of a DC Metro crowded with all those pesky humans. This is one brave cat!
33. My lamp, my rules
This hardly comes as a surprise to people who own cats. They’re so crafty and cunning when it comes to finding food they’ll use every trick in the book to get what they want! So be on your guard!
34. An unlikely friendship
Everything’s better when we share with others, even when they’re not a member of our species! Are we witnessing the beginning of a lasting friendship between these two?
35. One more step…
This doggy did it! It was tought but it paid off in the end!
36. Puff puff fish
Now this explains why dolphins are so happy all the time! It turns out we’re not the only species capable of getting high.
37. Your food is mine!
Imagine you’ve been fishing for hours only to find a hungry fox in your bag and no fish at all! Foxes are truly the evil geniuses of the animal world!
38. Go fish!
Just like any good fisherman, this canine brought plenty of bread to use as bait to catch a fish. We can only admire his resourcefullness.
39. Momma cat and her protectors
She and her babies won’t have to worry about anything while they have these dogs to watch over them! A truly heartwarming photo!
40. Charlie wants water buscuits
She figured out how to get them pretty fast. Are you as impressed as we are?
41. Clever squirrel
With your own personal air condition, the world can be your playground! This is what we call living in style!
42. Bird brain
Birds are more brilliant than anyone suspected. Despite their relatively small brain size, they are fast learners, as evident from the photo above. Never underestimate bird intelligence again!
43. ‘This is why we have child locks on all our doors…’
Nope, it’s no burglar! He’s so cute we have to forgive him his escapades!
44. Dogs sleds like a pro
If one of Santa’s raindeers quits his job one of these days, here’s the perfect candidate to replace him. This doggy would have no problem at all surviving in the North Pole!
45. I’m your biggest fan
His human owners were too lazy to get up and adjust the fan so the pup took the matters into his own hands, well, paws. What a cutie!
46. A furry sled
Who needs a ski or snowboard when one’s own fur can do the trick just as a nicely! He really knows how to enjoy himself!
47. The gall!
What you’re seeing are the most dramatic moments of a successful shoplifting operation. The robber made a casual entry but was quick to dash for the exit once the deed was done. Alert the authorities, there’s a thief at large!
48. ‘My kitten is not a fan of getting his face and whiskers wet. This is how he drinks’
We don’t know whether it’s just fear of getting wet or this kitten is of royal descent and has impeccable manners. Whatever the case, it’s quite a sight to behold!
49. Ecologically responsible crow
Recycling is important. Even our avian friends know it. We should be more friendly to these remarkably intelligent creatures.
50. Best friends forever
These fish are real opportunists taking advantage of the fact duck got to wet their food before eating. It always works like that in the animal kingdom, you make out the best of every situation in order to survive!
51. The birth of a virtuoso
It was his first piano practice. The timing couldn’t have been worse, though. The furry fiend ended waking up the entire house!
52. Beware the bear!
Here’s our evidence bears don’t have to resort to violence to get their way; subterfuge works just as well for them. Poor dog probably had no idea he had been tricked!
53. A close call!
Who knows what could’ve happened here had it not been for the timely intervention of the furry babysitter. Never leave your small child home alone!
54. Perfect calculations
He may be a lazy canine but he can do the math! Even Einstein would be proud!
55. Cat using door knocker
Door knocker out of reach? It might be true for all other canines in the world, but not for this one!
56. Washing day!
Sandra carefully observed her caretakers wash their hands and clean her enclosure and soon found herself doing the same! As the expression goes: cleanliness is next to godliness!
57. Water conservation 101
A precious resource such as clean drinking water ought not to be wasted! This chimp knows it well. Sadly, the same could not be said for all humans.
58. ‘Both of my cats tend to get into fights, my dog Xyro does the job of a peacekeeper very well’
One day when the animal kingdom gets its own version of the UN, we all know who its first chairman would be! We can’t help but admire Xyro’s diplomatic skill.
59. Crow art
You probably haven’t been aware of the fact crows are as intelligent as a seven year old child! For a long time, these birds enjoyed a reputation as simpletons and were considred to be the symbols of ill omen but science has discovered that crows are among the most intelligent animals on Earth!
60. Chop, chop
Safety first! There’s probably no reason for concern, however, this fellow looks like he knows what he’s doing!
61. Responsible felines
These kitties have no problem being responsible! We can only follow their example.
62. When you realize you have ears
Wow. That’s one handsome kitty. Photogenic as well. He will probably become a social media celebrity in no time!
63. ‘Chonky acrobat adapts to shrinking window ledges’
Is there an Olympics for cats? If they ever organize one, here’s a potential gold medalist!
64. ‘Not just for dogs anymore’
Too bad this calf will soon become to large to use the doggy door! For the moment being, however, the dog will have to enter the old fashioned way!
65. Tooth fairy is real!
And it’s a… parrot. What if the bird simply mistook the tooth for a corn kernel?
66. Dog stuntman
Die Hard, doggy way. We just found a perfect replacement for Bruce Willis!
67. ‘Cat uses the elevator to get back to it’s apartment’
Cats are master manipulators who can turn almost every situation to their advantage. Who doesn’t fancy a free ride, though?
68. ‘Its so cute and Adorable, How the Dog coordinates with the people’
You don’t need two legs to be able to play volleyball. Four legs and a tail are no obstacle if you love sport!
69. ‘Does he recognize himself?’
Is this my evil twin? I don’t like the way he’s looking at me! Perhaps it’d be better if I ran yet I can’t help but stare at the screen! Help!
70. Carjacking… well almost
One more step and he would’ve been in the driver’s seat. Alas, it was just not meant to be.
71. Even fish love soccer
It’s hard to know which team scored first. We bet on the fish wearing orange dresses.
72. ‘If I can hit the toilet, why can’t you?’
Toilet training was a piece of cake for this cat. Why would any self-respecting feline use a litter box instead of a real toilet?
73. “I know the grass is greener on the other side!”
We don’t say pig-headed for nothing! In this case, it turned out to be a good thing!
74. A true friend
Even in the untamed wilderness of Borneo, we may find unexpected friendships. It’s high time we learn to give back to nature and help preserve the enviromnent and its many inhabitants.
The incredible photo captures the moment an orangutan reached out to help a conservationist who appeared to be stuck in a river. The picture was taken in a conservation forest area in Borneo as the man searched for snakes in the river to protect apes living in the area.
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75. ‘Elephants know the fastest way of getting around these parts’
Finally an explanation behind mudslides! All this time it was elephants taking shortcuts through the jungle and we had no clue at all!
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