Week 1 DQ 1: Is consciousness found in animals other than humans? Is the ability of some animals to communicate with each other and with humans evidence for at least some form of awareness of self and others? The text defines consciousness as wakefulness. When rats are used in experiments, consciousness is referred to that the rats are awake and not under anesthesia, however, in humans consciousness is different than simple wakefulness. Consciousness is the ability to be aware, feel, thoughts, feelings, and even communication.

I think consciousness is found in animals, however, it may not be the same consciousness in humans. Animals such as dogs are able to communicate with each other and follow directions. For example, when taking a puppy to a dog trainer, the puppy is able to learn...