Meet the Dog with a Crystal Ball

Some dogs have demonstrated an uncanny ability to anticipate the return of their master to the home, especially a very special canine named Jaytee owned by Pamela Smart in Ramsbottom, Greater Manchester, in the United Kingdom. During the day, Smart left Jaytee alone in her apartment, with her parents who lived next door, or with her sister who lived in another town nearby. In a series of observations discussed in the Journal of Scientific Exploration, Jaytee consistently moved to look out the window when Smart was on her way home—even if she was more than 25 kilometers away or returning at a different time than usual. In 85 instances out of 100, the dog exhibited anticipatory behavior. What’s the explanation…canine telepathy? More research is needed.