- Paperback: 352 pages
- Publisher: Crosskeys Select Books (1 Jun 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1903332052
- ISBN-13: 978-1903332054
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.4 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 362,355 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
I am astonished by the other review of this book because I think that this is a must-read for anyone who is truly interested in the evolution of dogs and how this affects our relationship with them. It's true to say that the book does include descriptions of Coppinger's experience, but it's his experience which makes the book worth reading. He also makes extensive use of literature published by other authors. The book is not for the faint-hearted; it's no light read since it draws strongly on evolutionary and genetic theory, but it offers a new and fascinating look at dog behaviour and offers a scientific alternative to the tired old dominance theory. Coppinger certainly presents some strong views about today's approach to dog breeding which might not be popular with the pedigree fans, but this does not invalidate the depth of his analysis or breadth of this book's content.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
I bought this book and Bruce Fogle's 'The Dog's Mind' at the same time and they are two very different books.
This is an excellent book to get involved with the general arguement of who's helping who in the human-dog relationship.
The Coppinger's really made me think, at the very end, if by getting a dog I was doing the right thing. A very valid question we should all ask ourselves as these animals need us for all the guidance, care, shelter, food and love throughout their lives.
A very detailed book that all current or future canus familiaris owners should read in order that they can to their best for their best friend.
This is an excellent book to get involved with the general arguement of who's helping who in the human-dog relationship.
The Coppinger's really made me think, at the very end, if by getting a dog I was doing the right thing. A very valid question we should all ask ourselves as these animals need us for all the guidance, care, shelter, food and love throughout their lives.
A very detailed book that all current or future canus familiaris owners should read in order that they can to their best for their best friend.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
this book offersa a different and new perspecitve on dog origins and behaviour. If you are ready to think about theories other than wolves and dominance then this is the book for you. I really enjoyed reading it and although I did not agree with all its content it really gets you thinking.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A fantastic insight into how dogs became domesticated.
As said before, this is not a light read. However, it goes into great detail into the evolution of dogs and how that affects our modern day breeds. Read more
Published on 23 Oct 2008 by Miss Tiaden
Having trouble sleeping, read this book!
This book shoud be re-named 'Raymond Coppingers Dairy' a understanding to Coppinger's life experiences that envoles dogs. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2007 by Lady Wolf
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