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Overview

Dogs have been “man’s best friend” for tens of thousands of years. A century ago most dogs worked for their living, and were bred to be healthy and hard-working, as well as companionable. But in the course of a few decades, many of those carefully selected attributes became obsolete, and nowadays we breed dogs more for their looks than for their health or suitability as pets. What’s more, we too often treat dogs like wolves or, just as hazardously, like furry humans. The truth is, dogs are neither—and our misunderstanding has put them in a state of crisis. In Dog Sense, renowned anthrozoologist John Bradshaw seeks to rescue dogs from this crisis by reminding us of their rights, gripes, and specific needs. He uses groundbreaking research into human-animal interactions to show us the world from a dog’s perspective, teaching us how to live in harmony with—not just dominion over—our four-legged friends. Debunking a range of popular, dominance-based training theories and offering extraordinary insight into the question of how we really ought to treat our dogs, Dog Sense is a must-read for any dog lover.

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Bradshaw (Waltham Director, Anthrozoology Inst., Univ. of Bristol) presents a wide-ranging review of canine psychology and behavior intended for a more general audience than his 1995 chapter on social behavior and communication in James Serpell's The Domestic Dog: Its Evolution, Behaviour and Interactions with People. Beginning with wolves and domestication and using examples mostly from the U.K., Bradshaw moves through cognition, emotions, senses, traits, and attention to humans, ending with a cautionary tale of genetically manipulated modern dogs. He reveals a wealth of scholarly literature in biology, psychology, veterinary medicine, and zoology through detailed analyses and uses those findings to support and critique popular dog-training methods. Clear and charming black-and-white drawings illustrate key points and provide a welcome break in the text. Complex sentences and terminology require close attention, but the information is worth the effort. VERDICT Pet owners and those interested in the animal mind will learn from this balanced, well-referenced guide to the science of canine behavior.—Kristine Alpi, North Carolina State Univ. Libs., Raleigh
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An anthrozoologist dissects thehistory and behavior of man's best friend.

How did the domesticated dog become domesticated? What makes our canine companions tick? Bradshaw (Waltham Director of the Anthrozoology Institute/Univ. of Bristol) draws upon two decades spent studying canine science to debunk the myths surrounding dog ownership. Readers who believe their puppies can exhibit guilt, for example, would be wise to shelve that kind of thinking, the author writes: "The evidence that dogs can experience any emotions more complex than jealousy...is flimsy." He offers advice on how to build stronger human-dog relationships as well as a sharp-tongued critique of modern trends in dog breeding. According to Bradshaw, inhuman treatment of canines can often manifest itself in selective breeding for appearance and behavior, whether in creating a teacup-sized pooch, a goliath or an overly aggressive dog. For the non-dog lover, Bradshaw's work may appear rife with esoteric ponderings, as illustrated in Chapter 6, "Does Your Dog Love You?" But for readers with well-loved pets who view their canines as family members, there's much to digest as the author traces the dog's cognitive growth process as he matures from a sensitive pup into adulthood. Above all, Bradshaw advocates for increased public awareness and education to create healthier relationships between people and their pets.

Enthusiasm for all things dog will help offset the sluggish pace of the author's prose and dense scientific reasoning.

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780465019441
  • Publisher: Basic Books
  • Publication date: 5/10/2011
  • Pages: 352
  • Sales rank: 62,968
  • Product dimensions: 6.18 (w) x 9.50 (h) x 1.18 (d)

Meet the Author

John Bradshaw is Foundation Director of the Anthrozoology Institute at the University of Bristol, where he was previously the University Research Theme Leader for Animal Welfare and Behaviour. His current research partners include the charities Medical Detection Dogs, the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and Dogs Trust. Prior to joining the University of Bristol in 2003, Bradshaw founded the Anthrozoology Institute at the University of Southampton. He lives in Southampton, England.

Table of Contents

Preface ix

Acknowledgments xiii

Introduction xvii

Chapter 1 Where Dogs Came From 1

Chapter 2 How Wolves Became Dogs 29

Chapter 3 Why Dogs Were-Unfortunately-Turned Back into Wolves 67

Chapter 4 Sticks or Carrots? The Science of Dog Training 95

Chapter 5 How Puppies Become Pets 122

Chapter 6 Does Your Dog Love You? 148

Chapter 7 Canine Brainpower 181

Chapter 8 Emotional (Un)sophistication 211

Chapter 9 A World of Smells 225

Chapter 10 Problems with Pedigrees 252

Chapter 11 Dogs and the Future 277

Notes 293

Further Reading 311

Index 313

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 6, 2011

    Very interesting!

    This book presents a highly detailed, very documented description of dogs. Although the initial section on genetics and the relationship between modern, domesticated dogs and preceeding generations of wolves becomes redundant, the author is quite clear and precise in his analysis. The chapters on dog's intelligence, emotional attachment and behavior is very interesting. These sections alone are well worth reading!

    5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted June 28, 2011

    Great book that challenges training conventions

    Dr. Bradshaw has written an excellent book that challenges conventions of dog training, such as those practiced by The Monks of New Skete and Cesar Millan. Bradshaw suggests that, and then provides scientific support for, the hypothesis that dogs are not behaving aggressively due to a "dominance hierarchy" system but rather a "resource holding" system (you'll have to read the book for the lovely details!) Bradshaw calls for dog owners to reconsider their relationships with their dogs under this new model system as he believes the old one could permanently damage relationships. He has for ever changed my mind regarding human/dog interactions and I strongly recommend this book to any one who wants a companion dog, not an animal that lives in deep fear of their owner. PS-deniers of evolution should spend some time cozied up to this book.

    4 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted June 8, 2011

    Highly Recommended for Dog Owners

    Everyone who has a dog should read this.

    3 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 26, 2011

    My dog & I highly recommend this bood

    Early in 2011, I adopted a 6 year old dog who, through no fault of her own, needed a new home, thus becoming interested in why dogs behave the way they do. Professor Bradshaw's book explains how dogs came to be comfortable in human society and the remarkable adaptaptions that have made the relationship comfortable. From the origins of domestic dogs to the way we live with dogs today, I found much of value in this book. Prof. Bradshaw writes in a way that explains without pendantic excess or scientific jargon that should make the book accessible to most everyone.

    And I learned a new - perhaps British - way of explaining my dog's adoption: she is "re-homed" rather than "rescued," as clearly she was a well adapted, well treated, well trained dog in her previous, but no longer viable, home. Bradshaw's discussion of separation anxiety, however, leads to believe there's not much that can be done about that.

    2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted November 4, 2011

    Nice one!

    I like reading this book because it tells me a lot about the characteristics of dogs.

    2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted January 9, 2012

    Dog sense

    A clearly written book that provides a lot of insight into understanding the history and present relationship between humans and dogs

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 25, 2011

    Thought provoking

    It's nice to see a book that scientifically shows what most true dog lovers already know.

    1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted May 2, 2012

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    This is a great book if you have a new dog and want to get them

    This is a great book if you have a new dog and want to get them settled in quickly. You will learn a lot about dogs and what it takes to train them quickly and easily.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted March 4, 2012

    Characteristics about the book

    I think this book is:
    Factual
    Interesting
    Amazing
    Sophisticated

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  • Anonymous

    Posted February 10, 2012

    Ok book

    if you want to learn about dog pick this boo.!!!

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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    Posted February 8, 2012

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 27, 2011

    Bow wow

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 26, 2011

    Sux

    All that they give u iz theawknowledgements and stuff that u dont care about in the sale!!!!!

    0 out of 7 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 26, 2011

    My thoughts

    I thougt that this book was very factful and also very informative.

    0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted December 24, 2011

    Great

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 16, 2011

    Not what i expected

    Not light reading. It went more in depth than i expected

    0 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted October 8, 2011

    Dog sense

    I think it is cool

    0 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

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  • Posted September 23, 2011

    Intrigued me

    This is a great book. If you like dogs, have a dog, or are about to buy one this is a great book to read.

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  • Posted September 6, 2011

    Good

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