Dogs see blues and yellows but cannot distinguish reds and greens like humans. Their vision excels at detecting movement and works well in low light, though they struggle with depth perception and are near-sighted. Dogs also rely heavily on their sense of smell to create a multisensory map of their environment.
You Might Be Surprised What Colors Your Dog Can (and Can’t) See
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