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Dog Whistles Changes: Add new section
Origins
[edit]"Origins and Scientific Use"
Based on: Gorenstein (2016) Content: Francis Galton's 19th-century invention of the whistle to study hearing in animals and humans. Emphasis on its purpose as a scientific tool rather than a pet-training device. Improvement: Adds historical and scientific context currently missing, anchoring the topic in intellectual history. - Adjust lead to reflect updates
The origins of the dog whistle trace back to the late 19th century with the invention of the Galton whistle by Sir Francis Galton, a British polymath and half-cousin of Charles Darwin.[1] Galton developed this device to study the range of frequencies audible to humans and animals, particularly dogs.[2] The whistle emitted ultrasonic sounds beyond the upper limit of human hearing, allowing Galton to observe that smaller dogs could detect higher pitches than larger ones, and that cats responded to even higher frequencies, albeit with less enthusiasm.[3] This innovation not only advanced the understanding of auditory perception but also laid the groundwork for the modern dog whistle used in training and communication with canines.[4]
Reference Section: Joyce, Nick; Baker, David B. (March 7, 2011). "The Galton Whistle." American Psychological Association.
Addition to current lead: Dog whistles were first invented to explore auditory perception in animals and have since evolved into tools primarily used for dog training.[5]
Commercial Development and Modern Use
[edit]"Commercial Development and Modern Use"
Based on: ACME Whistles article Content: Joseph Hudson's role in adapting the whistle for practical use. Evolution of design: adjustable frequencies, materials, mass production. Use by police, dog trainers, and military. Improvement: Demonstrates technological progression and the whistle's shift from science to industry.
The commercial development of the dog whistle, particularly by ACME Whistles, led to the introduction of adjustable frequency whistles and more compact designs, making them a key tool for dog training. These innovations allow trainers to communicate with dogs over long distances using frequencies inaudible to humans.[6] The effectiveness of dog whistles, however, varies depending on the breed and individual dog's response.[7]
Reference Section: ACME Whistles. "The Fascinating History and Evolution of the Silent Dog Whistle." ACME Whistles, https://www.acmewhistles.co.uk/stories/the-fascinating-history-and-evolution-of-the-silent-dog-whistle.
- ^ Nick Joyce & David B. Baker, "The Galton Whistle," American Psychological Association, March 7, 2011.
- ^ Nick Joyce & David B. Baker, "The Galton Whistle," American Psychological Association, March 7, 2011.
- ^ Nick Joyce & David B. Baker, "The Galton Whistle," American Psychological Association, March 7, 2011.
- ^ Nick Joyce & David B. Baker, "The Galton Whistle," American Psychological Association, March 7, 2011.
- ^ Nick Joyce & David B. Baker, "The Galton Whistle," American Psychological Association, March 7, 2011.
- ^ ACME Whistles, "The Fascinating History and Evolution of the Silent Dog Whistle," ACME Whistles.
- ^ ACME Whistles, "The Fascinating History and Evolution of the Silent Dog Whistle," ACME Whistles.