Kangaroos are also present by the thousands in parkas, sanctuaries, and zoos for protective and educational purposes. A new study on kangaroo behavior (Photo : Pixabay) A new study has found that kangaroos are able to learn to ask help from humans the way domestic animals like dogs and horses do. McElligott and a research team composed of his colleagues examined 16 individual captive kangaroos from three subspecies in Australia. They used similar methods that have been used in past studies involving goats, horses, and dogs. They published the results of their new study in findings in the journal READ ALSO: The researchers conducted the study by first training the kangaroos to associate a small box with food treats such as pieces of corn, sweet potatoes, and carrots.