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Dogs Demystified: An A-Z Guide to All Things Canine by Marc Bekoff EPUB
An easy-to-read, all-encompassing, and fun reference on all things canine from an award-winning scientist who has studied and loved dogs (and their wild relatives) for more than five decades.
No one is better than Dr. Marc Bekoff at turning state-of-the-art animal science into practical, reader-friendly information. His subjects include dog care, dog cognition and emotions, and dog-human relationships, and though he has impressive scientific credentials and much technical expertise, this is the accessible book that every dog lover should have. In concise, readable A-through-Z entries, Bekoff covers it all, including:
Why your dog is doing this and not doing that
Whether dogs have "human" traits such as jealousy and obsessive-compulsive disorder
Why it is important to recognize the individuality of each dog, rather than assume that any or all dogs should act or respond in the same way
Exactly how to meet any dog eye-to-eye, nose-to-nose, and ear-to-ear to create enduring reciprocal bonds
How tuning in to a dog's unique personality busts one-size-fits-all theories and leads to happier dogs and happier human companions
As the saying goes, dogs are many humans' best friends and beloved family members. If that's the case for you -- and whether you are a dog lover, vet, or trainer; whether you have just brought home a puppy or are nursing a senior dog -- Dogs Demystified will answer your questions, unlock mysteries, and foster harmony and happiness for all.
"Dog owners are so lucky; Marc Bekoff has done it again. Dogs Demystified is beyond fascinating, and Bekoff's sheer wealth of knowledge shines through, creating awe and wonderment. A page-turner!"-- Dr. Ian Dunbar, author of Before and After Getting Your Puppy and Barking Up the Right Tree
"Another terrific resource from dog expert and advocate Marc Bekoff: your canine questions asked and answered!"-- Jennifer S. Holland, author of the New York Times bestselling Unlikely Friendships series
"In Dogs Demystified, Marc Bekoff explains how to understand your dog's personality and behavior and how to care for them. Grounded in science and full of fun, this compassionate and accessible book will appeal to everyone who loves dogs. Everything you ever wanted to know about dogs is here."-- Zazie Todd, PhD, author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy
"Marc Bekoff's insights into dogs' minds are so compelling and important, I never want to miss a word he writes. Everyone should read his work with attentiveness and gratitude."-- Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus
"In Dogs Demystified, world-renowned dog expert Marc Bekoff gives us a grand tour of all things dog. The short and accessible encyclopedic entries help us understand our dogs better, and, fortified with this understanding, we can appreciate what our dogs need to live full, happy lives. Delightful and informative, Dogs Demystified is just what the dog ordered. Read this book. Your furry friend will thank you."-- Jessica Pierce, bioethicist and author of Who's a Good Dog?
"Animal lovers, scientists, and students will be drawn in and thoughtfully consider the entries written by prolific author and well-known animal cognition expert Bekoff. . . . The diverse topics -- really a potpourri of entries, ranging from animal communication and animal-assisted therapy to object permanence, walking the dog, and xenophobia in animals -- include references to scientific studies and detailed research."-- Library Journal
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