The Domestic Dog: Its Evolution, Behaviour and Interactions with People - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521415292 ISBN 13: 9780521415293

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1996

Synopsis

Dogs occupy a special position in human society. They were probably the first animal species to become domesticated, but their relationship with humans has always been ambivalent. Dogs form strong attachments to humans, even in the face of rejection and punishment, voluntarily allying themselves to us as faithful companions, uncomplaining child-substitutes, enduring workers, and excellent hunters and guards. Yet they are also reviled as vicious killers, unclean scavengers and outcasts. In this book, the many facets of dog behavior are set in the context of the dog's place in our society. Based on firm scientific research, the book dispells many myths and stereotypes about our canine friends, and it will be the definitive reference work on dog behavior for many years to come. Dog-lovers with an interest in understanding how and why dogs behave as they do will find this fascinating reading.

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Book Description

This unique book provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art account of the domestic dog's natural history and behaviour based on scientific and scholarly evidence rather than hearsay. Anyone with a serious interest in Canis familiaris, its evolution, behaviour, and its place in our society will find The Domestic Dog an indispensable and fascinating resource.

From the Back Cover

This unique book seeks to expose the real dog beneath the popular stereotypes. Its purpose is to provide a comprehensive, state-of-the-art account of the domestic dog's natural history and behaviour based on scientific and scholarly evidence rather than hearsay.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1996
• ISBN 10: 0521415292
• ISBN 13: 9780521415293
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 280
• Editor: Serpell James