The Domestic Dog: Its Evolution, Behaviour and Interactions with People

Serpell, James

ISBN 10: 0521425379 / ISBN 13: 9780521425377

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, U.S.A., 1996

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text clean and unmarked. binding tight. covers have wear along edges and at corners. foredge, head and foot of book have some soiling. some tanning to inside of front and rear cover. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 5005715

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Titel: The Domestic Dog: Its Evolution, Behaviour ...

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, U.S.A.

Erscheinungsdatum: 1996

Einband: Trade Paperback

Zustand: Good

Auflage: 1st Edition

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Inhaltsangabe:

This unique book provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art account of the domestic dog's natural history and behaviour based on scientific and scholarly evidence rather than hearsay. Anyone with a serious interest in Canis familiaris, its evolution, behaviour, and its place in our society will find The Domestic Dog an indispensable and fascinating resource.

Críticas:

'... is not just for dog lovers but also for the curious. With enough detailed studies to interest specialists, this book is readable and stimulating. It ranges from the psychology of pets and their owners to the fascinating history of dogs' domestication and diversification as a species.' New Scientist

'... a richly varied, interesting and attractively presented book. This will be an extremely useful reference text for any veterinian, behaviour consultant or research scientist/student interested in companion animal behaviour. Highly recommended.' A. L. Podberscek, The Veterinary Record

'Reading this book increased my knowledge and stimulated my mind.' Emma Magnus, Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors Newsletter

'... both welcome and long overdue ... an admirable and wide-ranging compilation.' Stephen Harris, The Times Higher Education Supplement

'... the best reference work currently available on the topic.' Dennis C. Turner, Animal Welfare