- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: University of Chicago Press (16 Sep 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0226115631
- ISBN-13: 978-0226115634
- Product Dimensions: 23.2 x 16.1 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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Biologists, breeders and trainers, and champion sled dog racers, Raymond and Lorna Coppinger have more than four decades of experience with literally thousands of dogs. Offering a scientifically informed perspective on canines and their relations with humans, the Coppingers take a close look at eight different types of dogs - household, village, livestock guarding, herding, sled-pulling, pointing, retrieving, and hound. They argue that dogs did not evolve directly from wolves, nor were they trained by early humans; instead, dogs domesticated themselves to exploit a new ecological niche: Mesolithic village dumps. Tracing the evolution of today's breeds from these village dogs, the Coppingers show how characteristic shapes and behaviors - from pointing and baying to the sleek shapes of running dogs - arise from both genetic heritage and the environments in which pups are raised. For both dogs and humans to get the most out of each other, we need to understand and adapt to the biological needs and dispositions of our canine companions, just as they have to ours.
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32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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The Coppingers are biologists who have travelled around the world carrying out extensive research on dogs. It enables you to see dogs from a biologists point of view and explains evolution of the dog and why the 'pack theory' used by some trainers will only serve to confuse your dog.
A must have for anyone with an interest in Canine behaviour/psychology.
I give this book a five star rating!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This is a book everyone who wants to so much as pretend they know anything about domestic dogs must read! The authors have managed to pack a huge amount of scientific information and knowledge into the book, as well as explaining a number of complex biological phenomena (eg, physical and behavioral conformation) in a way that most non-biologist readers will be able to grasp. Brilliantly done.
I'm a behavioral biologist myself. The only book I've liked as much as this one is 'The 100 Silliest Things People Say About Dogs' -- in which the author often cites the Coppingers. These are people who really understand the domestic dog.
My only criticism of 'Dogs' is the initial tone in the first chapter. It sounds a bit smug -- look at us being celebrity biologists. HOWEVER, once I got beyond those first pages and into the Coppingers' wonderfully clear explanations of all kinds of things about the domestic dog, I instantly forgave the slightly irritating start.
A must-buy and must-read! Worth every penny and more that it costs to get this book into your library.
I'm a behavioral biologist myself. The only book I've liked as much as this one is 'The 100 Silliest Things People Say About Dogs' -- in which the author often cites the Coppingers. These are people who really understand the domestic dog.
My only criticism of 'Dogs' is the initial tone in the first chapter. It sounds a bit smug -- look at us being celebrity biologists. HOWEVER, once I got beyond those first pages and into the Coppingers' wonderfully clear explanations of all kinds of things about the domestic dog, I instantly forgave the slightly irritating start.
A must-buy and must-read! Worth every penny and more that it costs to get this book into your library.
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I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it is full of interesting information and convincing arguments, especially concerning the origins of the dog. Quirky comments and personal examples from the authors make it an easy read, and not too scienc-y, yet it is still very informative. I am studying for a foundation degree in canine studies and this book in on the reading list for both my modules this term, and it is a book that I keep going back to again and again. The Coppingers are a must for anyone interested in studying dog behaviour, their origins and their relationship with people.
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top read for any dog person
People who has worked and studied dogs for years wrote this. Based on research and not just 'pet' dog behaviour/trainers. Read more
Published 17 months ago by maxthestuntdog
Another excellent read
Fantastic book, raised a lot of interesting points and alternative views, a must for anyone doing any kind of college/uni work. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Karb30
Excellent and very informative
Coppinger's are very professional and scientific, but they still managed to write this book so anyone can and will understand the real background of canis domesticus. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2010 by Jets-Fin
Disappointed
You need to read this book as an impartial dog lover as the tone of the book is purely from a biologists point of view. Read more
Published on 13 Dec 2006 by J. Merritt
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