Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know

Temple Grandin meets Stephen Pinker in this engaging and informative look at what goes on inside the minds of dogs from a cognitive scientist with a background at "The New Yorker."
With more than 52 million pet dogs in America today, it s clear we are a nation of unabashed dog-lovers. Yet the re [...]
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Temple Grandin meets Stephen Pinker in this engaging and informative look at what goes on inside the minds of dogs from a cognitive scientist with a background at "The New Yorker."
With more than 52 million pet dogs in America today, it s clear we are a nation of unabashed dog-lovers. Yet the relationship between dogs and humans remains a fascinating mystery, as no one really knows what goes on in the canine mind. Now, in "Inside of a Dog," Alexandra Horowitz fuses her perspectives as both scientist and dog-owner to deliver a fresh look at the world of dogs as seen from the animal s point of view. Inspired by her years of living with her own dog, Pumpernickel, who was a constant source of delight and mystery, Horowitz s mind became filled with questions and ideas. In crisp, clear prose, she draws on her research in the field of dog cognition to give readers a sense of a dog s perceptual and cognitive abilities and paints a picture of what the canine experience is like. Horowitz s own scientific journey, and the insights she uncovered, allowed her to understand her dog better and appreciate her more.
Containing up-to-the minute research and providing many moments of dog-behavior recognition, this lively and absorbing book helps dog owners to see their best friend s behavior in a different, and revealing light, allowing them to understand their pets and enjoy their company even more.