Example of Assimilation and Accommodation in Schema Development

A toddler has developed a mental framework for 'dog' based on their family's golden retriever: it has four legs, fur, and a tail. While at the park, the toddler sees a poodle for the first time. Despite its different size and curly fur, the toddler points and exclaims, 'Dog!' Which cognitive process is the toddler primarily using to classify this new animal?

A toddler has a mental framework for 'dog' that includes four legs, fur, and a tail. While at a park, the toddler sees a squirrel for the first time and excitedly points, shouting 'Dog!'. Which cognitive process does this action best illustrate?