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CANINE BEHAVIOR - A PHOTO ILLUSTRATED HANDBOOK
by Barbara Handelman (See other books by author)
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Publisher: Distributed by Dogwise Publishing
Edition: 2008 Paperback, 386 pages
ISBN: 9780976511823
Item: DTB1005
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Summary: Dogs have deliberate, subtle, and often humorous ways of expressing themselves. Canine Behavior - A Photo Illustrated Handbook includes 1,000 images of dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes. It was created for everyone interested in dogs—pet owners, trainers, veterinarians, ethologists, and behaviorists. Using the interdisciplinary language of photography, Barbara Handelman illustrates and explains canine behavior and communication. Her book establishes a common understanding and vocabulary for people interested in, and working with, dogs.
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Dogs have deliberate, subtle, and often humorous ways of expressing themselves. Canine Behavior - A Photo Illustrated Handbook includes 1,000 images of dogs, wolves, coyotes, and foxes. It was created for everyone interested in dogs—pet owners, trainers, veterinarians, ethologists, and behaviorists. Using the interdisciplinary language of photography, Barbara Handelman illustrates and explains canine behavior and communication. Her book establishes a common understanding and vocabulary for people interested in, and working with, dogs.
Canine Behavior is structured in many user-friendly ways, including alphabetical organization of the terminology, cross referencing, and, both a detailed table of contents, and an index. Those interested in both wild and domestic dog behavior will spend hours, if not years, studying and learning from this book.
What reviewers are saying...
MY PET WORLD
“There aren't many books out there with 1,000 photos of dogs (and also wolves) expressing themselves. You'll see signs of mild stress, which range from a paw lift to lip licking to blinking. A yawn may simply mean a dog is tired, or indicate stress. Stretching can also be a sign of stress. Dogs are constantly communicating non-verbally. This book is a must for anyone truly interested in translating what canines are saying.”
Steve Dale
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW
“Dog and canine lovers are in for a treat if they pick up "Canine Behavior: A Photo Illustrated Handbook". Featuring one thousand photos covering everything from common dogs to wolves, foxes, and coyotes, "Canine Behavior" is complete and comprehensive in its coverage of canine species. Alongside the black and white photography are examinations of canine behavior with tips for dog owners peppered throughout. "Canine Behavior: A Photo Illustrated Handbook" is a must have for any dog person and for community library pets/wildlife collections.”
James A. Cox
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| Astounding, July 5, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Donnya Terry |
This book is stunning. I preordered it in January and recieved it 3 weeks ago. I read it in a week, absorbing everything and cannot wait to read it again - my vet has borrowed it. Representing both dogs and their canine cousins, the photos' are an incredible 'first' in photography. The text is informative suitable for canine professionals and pet owners.
The accompanying dvds' show a wealth of canine communication which is backed up with plenty of information.
I highly recommend this book to any and everyone who is involved with dogs and/or has any interest in them.
The only critisism is that the dvds have to be paused frequently to enable the watcher to read the text. |
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| Exceptional, June 13, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Michol Langelett |
This beautiful, well-made book delivers what it promises. Crystal clear photographs accompanied by an informative and concise text, organized alphabetically with a highly thorough table of contents and index. Besides being very user-friendly, in many cases there are multiple examples pictured for a behavior showcased by several excellent photographers. Both domestic dogs and their wild canid cousins are evenly represented showing both their similarities and how they differ in exquisite form.
I wish more dogs from the toy and terrier groups were represented, but that can't detract from the quality of this book. Undoubtedly this was a labor of love plus I would be shocked if anyone pouring through this book can't help but fall in love with Wicked! |
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| A beautiful treasure of illustration & information, June 10, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Colleen McCarvill (Diamond in the 'Ruff' Inc.) |
I almost passed this book by as I already have quite a few really good books on Canine Body Language. I am SO glad that I decided to order it. I'll be enjoying this book and examining every page for a very long time. Absolutely Fantastic!
Not only is this book jam packed with stunningly beautiful photo's, the information included far surpassed my expectations.
This book covers in great detail, with pictures and science, so many striking similarities and even more importantly to those of us in the training community, the differences between domestic dogs and their wild relatives.
This book is the BEST OF THE BEST!!!!!! I highly recommend this book to anyone who works with dogs, and to those who share their lives with them. |
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