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Featured Book |
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The Modern Dog - by Dr. Stanley Coren
Description:
Dogs are invented creatures -- invented by humans, who have been shaping the lives of these four-legged companions for more than 14,000 years. However, we often forget that, just as dogs live in our world, we live in theirs. The Modern Dog is a look at our coevolution, interpreting both canine and human points of view, by Dr. Stanley Coren, the most consistently popular author of dog books ever. A fascinating treasure trove of information gleaned from science, folklore, religious writing, tradition, and politics, The Modern Dog explores not only how dogs behave, but also how we share our lives with our dogs. Much more a romp than a formal exposition, The Modern Dog's profiles and tales are funny, sweet, quirky, and reveal a lot about both species and our centuries-long partnership.
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This book will show you how the mutually beneficial relationship between humans and dogs might very well be the reason why early Homo sapiens evolved and survived while Neanderthals became extinct. You will see how dogs have played many prominent roles in human history, from ancient Egypt, where Pharaoh Ramses II was buried with the names and statues of four of his dogs, to modern American politics, where many U.S. presidents have derived comfort from canine companionship. Our modern dog is quite different from the dogs that existed even a century ago, its job having changed dramatically from the hunting, herding, retrieving, and guarding for which many were bred. In this book, you will see that it is often how people respond to and interpret the actions of dogs (and dog owners) that has a greater effect on the dog's life than the behavior patterns that have been programmed into the dog's genes. The Modern Dog will show you how some of your dog's strange and funny habits are his own and some come from you.
Illustrated throughout with Dr. Coren's own charming drawings, The Modern Dog chronicles the various aspects of how we interact with dogs, how society responds to dogs, how our relationships with dogs have changed over history, and where dogs fit into our personal and emotional lives. It does this by telling the stories of dogs that work, dogs that love, dogs that behave badly, and dogs that will make you laugh.
Product Details:
Free Press, December 2008
Hardcover, 288 pages
ISBN-10: 1-4165-9368-3
ISBN-13: 978-1-4165-9368-3
Available From:
Chapters Indigo
Dogwise.com
Amazon.ca
Amazon.com
And other retailers.
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- Purebred Dog Breed Directory and List of Breeders
— Each Breed section includes detailed information about the particular breed, Breeder listings, listings of Clubs from around the world, Breed Rescue Organizations, as well as breed-specific books and other merchandise that can be purchased online through various affilates.
- Breed Specific Legislation
— This section of the Canada's Guide to Dogs website covers the subject of Breed Specific Legislation, commonly known as BSL. Topics include an explanation of what BSL is; which breeds are most likely affected by these bylaws; what cities and municipalities have put such bylaws into effect; and much more.
- Information for the Potential Puppy/Dog Buyer
— For those considering bringing a dog or puppy into their home. The articles included cover such things as what type of breed is best suited for you and your family and how to go about finding a responsible and reputable breeder. Also available here, is a selection of Reference Books on the subject of choosing the right breed for you.
- Information and Articles of Interest to Breeders
— Articles and information for dog breeders as well as for those who are considering getting involved in becoming a dog breeder. Also included in this section is a selection of Reference Books and Videos available on the subject of the breeding of dogs.
- On With The Show
— We are pleased to bring together this exciting section to the Canada's Guide to Dogs website — A regular column written by Author/Artist Ron Hevener. This is sure to be of great interest to all dog fanciers and of specific interest to members of the dog show community.
- CKC Breed Group Chart
— Canadian Kennel Club categorized breed groups for all CKC recognized breeds.
- Performance Titles — Glossary & Description
— So what do all those letters mean anyway?... A table of the terms used for performance titles, listed in alphabetical order.
- Mixed-Breed Information
— A section dedicated to mixed breed dogs, hybrids and cross breeds, including links to various clubs where mixed breeds can register.
Note: Due to the very difficult task of verifying breeder listings, the Canada's Guide to Dogs website does not now, nor will it in the future, maintain or make available any mixed-breed breeder listings or "puppy for sale" classified advertisements. We do not advocate the breeding of mixed-breed dogs or the cross-breeding of purebred dogs. This section's only purpose is to provide information for owners of mixed-breed dogs who may be interested in learning about some of the clubs and/or activities that they can get involved in, as well as to provide various articles and information regarding mixed-breed dogs.
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Note: We are always in need of articles for the various sections of this website
— Submissions are welcome and encouraged. Please feel free to contact us. —
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