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Dogs embody human virtues without vices, as noted by thinkers like Henry James and Plato. Despite their long history as companions, systematic scientific studies of canine cognition have been limited, leading to questions about dogs' mental capacities. In this insightful work, Dr. Stanley Coren, a bestselling author and expert in dog behavior, explores both the intelligence of dogs and the misunderstandings surrounding their minds. With his engaging style, he reveals how dogs perceive their environment, solve problems, and learn. Readers will gain a unique perspective on canine behavior, including the quirks and brilliance that dogs display. The book addresses common questions: Can dogs count? Do they appreciate art or music? Can they learn by observation? Do they dream? It also delves into dog personality, instinctual behaviors, and the potential for change. Additionally, it discusses dogs' abilities to sense events like earthquakes or detect illnesses. With practical advice for dog owners, the guide emphasizes effective teaching methods, the ineffectiveness of punishment, and ways to nurture a well-adjusted, happy dog. Blending scientific insights with humor and anecdotes, this work dispels myths about dogs and uncovers surprising truths about their cognitive abilities.
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How Dogs Think, Stanley Coren
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- Pubblicato
- 2004
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- Titolo
- How Dogs Think
- Sottotitolo
- Understanding the Canine Mind
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Stanley Coren
- Editore
- Free Press
- Pubblicato
- 2004
- Formato
- Copertina rigida
- Pagine
- 368
- ISBN10
- 0743222326
- ISBN13
- 9780743222327
- Serie
- Tag
- Saggistica, Scienze sociali, Hobby, Natura, Animali, Psicologia, Scienza, Cani, Animali domestici & Allevamento
- Titolo originale
- How dogs think
- Valutazione
- 3,65 su 5
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- Dogs embody human virtues without vices, as noted by thinkers like Henry James and Plato. Despite their long history as companions, systematic scientific studies of canine cognition have been limited, leading to questions about dogs' mental capacities. In this insightful work, Dr. Stanley Coren, a bestselling author and expert in dog behavior, explores both the intelligence of dogs and the misunderstandings surrounding their minds. With his engaging style, he reveals how dogs perceive their environment, solve problems, and learn. Readers will gain a unique perspective on canine behavior, including the quirks and brilliance that dogs display. The book addresses common questions: Can dogs count? Do they appreciate art or music? Can they learn by observation? Do they dream? It also delves into dog personality, instinctual behaviors, and the potential for change. Additionally, it discusses dogs' abilities to sense events like earthquakes or detect illnesses. With practical advice for dog owners, the guide emphasizes effective teaching methods, the ineffectiveness of punishment, and ways to nurture a well-adjusted, happy dog. Blending scientific insights with humor and anecdotes, this work dispels myths about dogs and uncovers surprising truths about their cognitive abilities.