Alexandra Horowitz Libri

Cosa sanno i cani? Cosa pensano? Chiunque abbia la fortuna di vivere accanto a un amico a quattro zampe non può fare a meno di chiederselo. In questo libro una psicologa cognitiva (e padrona di cani) spiega come questi animali percepiscono il loro mondo quotidiano, i loro simili, e quei buffi esseri che li accompagnano, gli umani. Come pensa il tuo cane è un saggio aggiornato ai più recenti risultati della ricerca scientifica, ma anche una miniera di utili consigli che, spiegandoci perché il nostro cane fa ciò che fa, ci indica anche la via per educarlo in modo rispettoso della sua identità.

Cosa sanno i cani? Cosa pensano? Quali sensazioni provano? Chiunque abbia la fortuna di vivere accanto a un amico a quattro zampe non può fare a meno di chiederselo. In questo libro una psicologa cognitiva fonde le proprie conoscenze di ricercatrice con l'esperienza personale e, grazie anche all'osservazione diretta del proprio cane, spiega come questi straordinari animali percepiscano il loro mondo quotidiano, i loro simili, e quei buffi esseri che li accompagnano, gli umani. L'autrice consente così ai lettori di entrare nella testa di questi impagabili compagni di vita capaci di percepire l'odore della tristezza o le vibrazioni di una luce al neon, e permette di capire perché, per esempio, i cani non possono fare a meno di inseguire una bicicletta o una palla. Come pensa il tuo cane è un saggio aggiornato ai più recenti risultati della ricerca scientifica, ma anche una miniera di utili consigli che, spiegando perché il cane fa ciò che fa, indica anche la via per educarlo in un modo rispettoso della sua identità.

We keep dogs and are kept by them. We love dogs and (we assume) we are loved by them. Even while we see ourselves in dogs, we also treat them in surprising ways. On the one hand, we let them into our beds, we give them meaningful names, make them members of our family, and buy them the best food, toys, accessories, clothes, and more. But we also shape our dogs into something they aren't meant to be. Purebreeding dogs has led to many unhealthy pups. Many dogs have no homes, or live out their lives in shelters. How is it possible we can treat the same species in these two totally different ways? In this book the author reveals the odd, suprising, and contradictory ways we live with dogs.

Exploring the complex bond between humans and dogs, this middle grade adaptation delves into how we simultaneously cherish and mistreat our canine companions. Through engaging illustrations and insightful commentary, it examines our affection for dogs—welcoming them into our homes and treating them as family—while also highlighting the darker side of dog ownership, such as purebreeding and the plight of shelter dogs. Alexandra Horowitz challenges readers to reflect on the contradictions in our relationships with these beloved pets.

This middle-grade adaptation of Inside of a Dog looks at how our furry best friends understand the world around them.

To a dog, there is no such thing as "fresh air." In Being a Dog, Alexandra Horowitz, a leading researcher in dog cognition, unpacks the mystery of a dog's nose-view, in order to more fully understand our irrepressibly charming canine companions. She follows the dog's nose-exploring not only its abilities but the incredible ways it is being put to use.--Adapted from dust jacket

Containing up-to-the minute research and providing many moments of dog-behavior recognition, this lively and absorbing book helps dog owners to see their best friend's behavior in a different, and revealing, light.

Draws on a series of walks the author took in her Manhattan neighborhood while accompanied by experts in various fields of knowledge to explore the nature of human perception and how individuals interact with the ordinary world around them.

The perfect companion to her huge bestseller, Inside of a Dog, an eye-opening, informative, and wholly entertaining examination and celebration of the human/canine relationship.

Alexandra Horowitz offers an insightful exploration of canine cognition and behavior, drawing parallels between her observational style and that of Mr. Rogers. Each chapter serves as a mini-mood lifter, filled with keen insights that deepen the understanding of dogs as companions. Through her patient observations, Horowitz reveals the complexities of how dogs think and feel, inviting readers to appreciate the unique bond between humans and their canine friends.