I was going to say asking questions for the sake of curiosity but that's more higher thought than consciousness. Instead I'm sitting here looking at my dog who

I was going to say asking questions for the sake of curiosity but that's more higher thought than consciousness. Instead I'm sitting here looking at my dog who is conscious. There are many ways she shows consciousness: - reacts to external stimuli like a rabbit in the yard - seeks out desires/needs (pets, food, toys)