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Famous Dogs Zebra Puzzle

Five famous dogs are side by side on a TV program. Each dog has a special talent and a favorite toy. Follow the clues to find out what the Rottweiler’s talent is.

 
  • Collar
  • Name
  • Breed
  • Talent
  • Age
  • Toy
Dog #1 #1
Dog #2 #2
Dog #3 #3
Dog #4 #4
Dog #5 #5
  • The dog that likes Ice skating is exactly to the left of the dog that has a Frisbee as a favorite toy.
  • Max is next to the Border Collie.
  • At the fifth position is the 5-year-old dog.
  • The youngest dog is exactly to the right of the dog that has a Ball as a favorite toy.
  • Toby is exactly to the right of the dog that is wearing the Yellow collar.
  • The Doberman is next to the dog that has a Frisbee as a favorite toy.
  • Zeus is next to the Labrador.
  • The 5-year-old dog is next to the dog that has a Bone as a favorite toy.
  • The dog that likes Surfing is exactly to the left of the dog wearing the Red collar.
  • The Poodle's talent is Ice skating.
  • The Labrador is at the fifth position.
  • Toby is next to the 3-year-old dog.
  • The dog that has a Frisbee as a favorite toy knows how to Sing.
  • Banjo is somewhere to the right of the 3-year-old Dog.
  • At one of the ends is the dog that likes Diving.
  • The dog wearing the Green collar is somewhere to the left of the dog that has a Ball as a favorite toy.
  • Banjo is exactly to the right of the oldest dog.
  • The dog that has a Stick as a favorite toy is somewhere to the right of the dog wearing the Blue collar.
  • Max is at the first position.
  • The dog that knows how to Dance is exactly to the left of the dog wearing the Blue collar.
  • The 4-year-old dog is next to the dog that has a Bone as a favorite toy.

How to play

  • Start by reading all the clues;
  • Find all the "basic" clues and mark them. The most basic clue is the one that states that something is in a determined house/position. Example:
    • The German lives in house three.
  • Sometimes you are going to need to deduce some information using two or more clues;
  • All the clues must be used;
  • The game ends when all the clues are correctly checked and everything is filled.

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Need help?

If, after reading the instructions, you still don't understand how to play, try playing one of these simpler zebra puzzles. They were designed to be easier than the ones of the same difficulty.

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Cognitive Benefits of Zebra Puzzles

Zebra puzzles engage the brain in critical thinking and deductive reasoning. Solving these puzzles often requires the individual to interpret clues, make connections, and eliminate possibilities to arrive at the correct solution. This mental exercise not only sharpens logical reasoning skills but also improves focus, attention to detail, and analytical abilities.

Various studies on cognition and puzzles suggest that regular engagement with challenges like Zebra puzzles can have longer-term benefits. They can potentially aid in the enhancement of problem-solving skills and may even contribute to improved memory and information retention. In summary, Zebra puzzles offer an effective way to engage cognitive functions and foster intellectual growth.

Zebra Puzzles in Education

Zebra puzzles are increasingly being incorporated into educational settings as a tool for teaching logic and reasoning skills. Teachers and educators find these puzzles to be useful in engaging students in active learning, as they require students to apply critical thinking to solve complex problems. The puzzles can be adapted to various difficulty levels, making them accessible for students of different ages and abilities. They can be used as stand-alone exercises or integrated into a broader curriculum focused on mathematics, logic, or computer science.

Beyond the classroom, Zebra puzzles are also used in educational competitions and extracurricular activities to challenge students and encourage teamwork. The process of solving these puzzles collaboratively can help students learn to communicate effectively, delegate tasks, and think systematically. This hands-on approach to learning can make complex concepts more understandable and engaging, thereby enriching the educational experience.

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