Dawn of the dog: evolutionary theory and the origin of modern dogs (Canis familiaris) -- Why tails wag: umwelts, innenwelts, and canine "guilt" -- Mapping the mind: brain structure and development -- What a dog knows: analyzing sensory perception to interpret behavior -- The emotional animal: using the science of emotions to interpret behavior -- Is it worth the risk: how costs and benefits drive decision-making and the evolution of behavior -- You can't always get what you want: the costs and benefits of being social -- How I behave depends upon how you behave, maybe: game theory and our canine companions -- Debunking dominance: canine social structure and behavioral ecology -- The tale of our first friends: using the natural history of domesticated dogs to understand their behavior.
Summary:
"Dog Behavior: Modern Science and Our Canine Companions provides a thorough examination of the evolutionary history, biology, neuroscience, natural history behind canine behavior. This book uses research studies, historical evidence, interviews from animal behavior experts, previously unpublished case studies, and the authors professional experiences to provide a comprehensive guide to the behavior of man's best friend." --Back cover.
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