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In Defence of Dogs: Why Dogs Need Our Understanding
John Bradshaw
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Description for In Defence of Dogs: Why Dogs Need Our Understanding
paperback. Overturning the most common myths about dogs' emotions and behaviour, this book shows how we should really treat our pets, and stands up for dogdom: not the wolf in canine clothes, not the small furry child, not the trophy-winner, but the real dog, who wants to be part of the family and enjoy life - mankind's closest friend. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; WNGD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 195 x 130 x 21. Weight in Grams: 262.
What would dogs ask for, if they knew how? In the Sunday Times bestseller In Defence of Dogs John Bradshaw, an anthropologist at Bristol University who has been at the centre of the latest research into what makes dogs tick, gives us the answers.
Overturning the most common myths about dogs' emotions and behaviour, this book shows how we should really treat our pets, and stands up for dogdom: not the wolf in canine clothes, not the small furry child, not the trophy-winner, but the real dog, who wants to be part of the family and enjoy life - mankind's closest friend. This is the real science that every dog lover needs to know.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
Number of Pages
352
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780141046495
SKU
9780141046495
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Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
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99-14
About John Bradshaw
John Bradshaw is a biologist who founded and directs the world-renowned Anthrozoology Institute, based at the University of Bristol. He has been studying the behaviour of domestic dogs and their owners for over 25 years, and is the author of many scientific articles, research papers and reviews, which have not only shed new light on the dog's abilities and needs, but have also changed the way that dogs are understood and cared for all over the world.
Reviews for In Defence of Dogs: Why Dogs Need Our Understanding
A revelation - a major rethink about the way we understand our dogs ... there is no doubt about it - Professor John Bradshaw is a dog's best friend
Kate Kellaway
Observer
Every dog lover, dog owner or prospective dog buyer should read this book. It will change how you feel about dogs and, likely enough, how you treat them, too
James McConnachie
Sunday Times
A must-read for dog lovers everywhere
Independent
Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the complicated psychology behind the growl, the rising hackles and the wagging tail
Roy Hattersley
Daily Telegraph
Scholarly yet passionate ... nothing less than a manifesto for a new understanding of our canine friends ... fascinating
Chris Cox
Guardian
A lovely and clear-headed book on all things dog-emotion, mind, and breed. John Bradshaw's authority and experience are matched by the thoughtfulness and humanity of his writing. Read this before you bring a dog into your life.
Alexandra Horowitz
author of 'Inside of a Dog'
[A] wonderful, reassuring, and encouraging book ... distinguishes canine science from canine folklore
Jonathan Mirsky
Literary Review
Truly fascinating ... rich in ideas and counter-ideas, and will reward anyone who respects animals ... enlightening ... Bradshaw's years of knowledge and his clear passion for dogs both shine through
The Sunday Business Post
Authoritative, wise and, in its sharp appreciation of the cost of dogs of living with us, rather moving
Robert Hanks
Independent
The most fantastic book ... required reading for dog lovers everywhere
Observer
Kate Kellaway
Observer
Every dog lover, dog owner or prospective dog buyer should read this book. It will change how you feel about dogs and, likely enough, how you treat them, too
James McConnachie
Sunday Times
A must-read for dog lovers everywhere
Independent
Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the complicated psychology behind the growl, the rising hackles and the wagging tail
Roy Hattersley
Daily Telegraph
Scholarly yet passionate ... nothing less than a manifesto for a new understanding of our canine friends ... fascinating
Chris Cox
Guardian
A lovely and clear-headed book on all things dog-emotion, mind, and breed. John Bradshaw's authority and experience are matched by the thoughtfulness and humanity of his writing. Read this before you bring a dog into your life.
Alexandra Horowitz
author of 'Inside of a Dog'
[A] wonderful, reassuring, and encouraging book ... distinguishes canine science from canine folklore
Jonathan Mirsky
Literary Review
Truly fascinating ... rich in ideas and counter-ideas, and will reward anyone who respects animals ... enlightening ... Bradshaw's years of knowledge and his clear passion for dogs both shine through
The Sunday Business Post
Authoritative, wise and, in its sharp appreciation of the cost of dogs of living with us, rather moving
Robert Hanks
Independent
The most fantastic book ... required reading for dog lovers everywhere
Observer