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by Konrad Lorenz (Author) "Through the tall grass of the plain a little group of people makes its way, an unclothed, uncivilized band ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Routledge; 2 edition (9 May 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0415267455
  • ISBN-13: 978-0415267458
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Classic book for serious dog behaviourist, 12 Sep 2003
Konrad Lorenz was a pioneer of ethology (the science of animal behaviour) in Europe, over fifty years ago. He not only studied animal behaviour scientifically, but also valued animals as companions in his home. "Man meets Dog" is a readable account of the origins of the domestic dog and how these affect the relationship of dogs with people, using anecdotes of Lorenz's own dogs to illustrate his points. It is not a dog training book.
This book broke new ground when it was first published. Some of the scientific theories Lorenz describes have since been superceded or disproved, and so anyone reading this book for the first time should be aware that knowledge has moved on since his day. (For example, he discusses at length the character differences between breeds descended from jackals and those descended from wolves, while more recent thought suggests that there is no such distinction.)
However, anyone who's seriously interested in studying dog behaviour really should read this book, because so many other experts in the field based their work on that of Lorenz. Even now, it's an interesting book to read, and Lorenz's love for dogs shines through his writing. I would not, however, suggest anyone get this as their sole dog book; it should be read in conjunction with other books on the subject, and it won't really help you deal with problem behaviour in your own dog.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Insight into Doggy Minds, 8 Sep 2004
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Found this one hard to put down - got it for my teenage daughter. She loved it too. Intelligent and truly enlightening book - a must for all prospective dog (and other animal) carers. Lorenz was close to a real life Dr Doolittle. Read this book now.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding observations of a life with man's best friend, 24 Jun 2007
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Wonderfully evocative and beautifully illustrated by the author, its a book to re-read regularly for inspiration. Lorenz describes the physical and psychological behaviour of several generations of his dogs, yet leaves the reader with the over-riding impression that 'just hanging out' with your dog is enjoyable and therapeutic. His insights are clear and paint a picture.
Read it today
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5.0 out of 5 stars The animal is still present in man, but never man in the animal
K.Lorenz starts his book with speculative thoughts about the beginnings of the domestication (= symbiosis) of dogs (most species descend from jackals, not wolves), but then... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars The book is worth every penny and then some.
As usual with Konrad Lorenz the book deserves 5 stars. He has the most charming writing style and writes of his many dogs, and cats, in tones of wonder, friendship, joy, surprise... Read more
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