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Author : Giovanni Padrone
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (28 download)
Download or read book Origins. In Search of Ancient Dog Breeds written by Giovanni Padrone and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Padrone Giovanni
Publisher : Giovanni Padrone
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 401 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (28 download)
Download or read book Origins In Search of Ancient Dog Breeds written by Padrone Giovanni and published by Giovanni Padrone. This book was released on 2021-05-12 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the end of the last glacial period, about 15.000 years ago, in the territories now occupied by Bonn, in Northern Germany, a group of humans began to select puppies from a family of dogs. Probably this cubs have a certain docility and attractiveness toward their human companions, but the reason why our ancestors started this selective process remain unknown. However, humans have since deep manipulated dog genetics. The first part of ORIGINS is a journey into the most distant period in which the most ancient dog breeds were born.
Author : Pilley Bianchi
Publisher : Chronicle Books
ISBN 13 : 1797226991
Total Pages : 307 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (972 download)
Download or read book For the Love of Dog written by Pilley Bianchi and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "For the Love of Dog will help you answer a most important question--'What is it like to be a dog?'--and show you how to enrich your dog's life." MarcBekoff, PhD, author of Dogs Demystified "... an illustrative, whimsical journey to better understand the dogs we love, or even just the dogs who wag past us on the sidewalk. For the Love of Dog ... will forever change the way you look at your four-legged friends." --Maria Goodavage, New York Times bestselling author of Top Dog A visual celebration and exploration of the connection between dogs and humans. Pilley Bianchi pens a love letter to dogs and dog ownership through observations, lessons, and wisdom gained from her family dog Chaser, the popular subject of her father's New York Times bestselling book Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words. Chaser was dubbed "the smartest dog in the world" before crossing the rainbow bridge in 2019. New Yorker and New York Times illustrator Calum Heath's charming black-and-white illustrations throughout add a unique graphic style to this gifty package, making it an irresistible volume for anyone devoted to dogs. For the Love of Dog takes the reader on a journey of all things dog, with chapters that cover the history of dogs and how breeds developed from wolves, dog philosophy (i.e., What if we were to look at each other as if through the eyes of a dog, with the same capacity for enthusiasm and appreciation of others?), tips and tricks for good dog behavior compliments of Chaser, how dogs elevated to their current status as human's best friend, and much more. Filled with practical advice and insightful knowledge, this lively illustrated volume teaches us how to better understand our dogs and forge a deeper bond with them.
Author : Blake Knox
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781848407015
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (7 download)
Download or read book The Curious History of Irish Dogs written by Blake Knox and published by . This book was released on 2018-10 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In The Curious History of Irish Dogs, David Blake Knox tells the remarkable stories of each of the nine breeds, and reveals how they have become inextricably linked to the human beings with whom they share the island.
Author : Douglas J. Brewer
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780856687044
Total Pages : 113 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (87 download)
Download or read book Dogs in Antiquity written by Douglas J. Brewer and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlike cats which have remained almost uniform in shape throughout their history dogs have developed into a myriad of different breeds, ranging from the diminutive Chihuahua to the massive Irish Wolfhound. This book traces the origins of the domestic dog from its first beginnings as a wolf and then explores how the varieties came about. When looking for the origins of breeds we concentrate on those areas from which we have the earliest and most complete information, notably Egypt and the Middle East, which saw the birth of the earliest urban civilisations. The direct successors to the rulers of Egypt and the Middle East were the Greeks and then the Romans to whom Europe owes so much of its thought, culture and material civilisation. It is to these ancient peoples, perhaps, that we owe the spread of so many breeds into such a wide area.
Author : Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.
Publisher : Ballantine Books
ISBN 13 : 0307489183
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (74 download)
Download or read book The Other End of the Leash written by Patricia McConnell, Ph.D. and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2009-02-19 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.
Author : James Serpell
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521425377
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (253 download)
Download or read book The Domestic Dog written by James Serpell and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A scientific analysis of dogs, their behaviour, and their relationships with humans.
Author : Mike Loades
Publisher : White Owl
ISBN 13 : 1526742314
Total Pages : 556 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (267 download)
Download or read book Dogs written by Mike Loades and published by White Owl. This book was released on 2020-12-02 with total page 556 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A walk through history with man’s best friend, with stops in Alaska, the Middle East, and beyond—includes over 250 photos of canines at work. Handle various dogs engaged in their traditional tasks, Mike Loades takes us on his adventures in the Jordanian desert, where he shares the saddle of his camel with a Saluki, and in the green hills of Wales, where he works cattle with a Corgi. He mushes Huskies in Alaska, drives carriages with Dalmatians, and flies falcons with Spaniels. Each encounter not only highlights the bond between humans and dogs, it also frames that connection in its historical context. Different types of dogs appear the way they do because, at some stage in their development, they were bred selectively for a specialist job. The author takes key types on a walk through history. Along the way he explores the methods and practices of their original occupations. He delves into when, where, and why they were first bred as the types we recognize today. This fascinating and engaging book includes over 250 stunning color photographs of dogs in action, resulting in an illuminating journey through many cultures and time periods—and a personal, heartfelt tribute to the enduring partnership between humans and dogs.
Author : Michael Worboys
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 1421426595
Total Pages : 301 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)
Download or read book The Invention of the Modern Dog written by Michael Worboys and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of the thoroughly Victorian origins of dog breeds. For centuries, different types of dogs were bred around the world for work, sport, or companionship. But it was not until Victorian times that breeders started to produce discrete, differentiated, standardized breeds. In The Invention of the Modern Dog, Michael Worboys, Julie-Marie Strange, and Neil Pemberton explore when, where, why, and how Victorians invented the modern way of ordering and breeding dogs. Though talk of "breed" was common before this period in the context of livestock, the modern idea of a dog breed defined in terms of shape, size, coat, and color arose during the Victorian period in response to a burgeoning competitive dog show culture. The authors explain how breeders, exhibitors, and showmen borrowed ideas of inheritance and pure blood, as well as breeding practices of livestock, horse, poultry and other fancy breeders, and applied them to a species that was long thought about solely in terms of work and companionship. The new dog breeds embodied and reflected key aspects of Victorian culture, and they quickly spread across the world, as some of Britain’s top dogs were taken on stud tours or exported in a growing international trade. Connecting the emergence and development of certain dog breeds to both scientific understandings of race and blood as well as Britain’s posture in a global empire, The Invention of the Modern Dog demonstrates that studying dog breeding cultures allows historians to better understand the complex social relationships of late-nineteenth-century Britain.
Author : Raymond Coppinger
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 022635900X
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (263 download)
Download or read book What Is a Dog? written by Raymond Coppinger and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “An informative, well-written book on the evolution of all canids, including the wild types (wolves, coyotes, jackals, and dingoes)…Recommended.”—Choice Of the world’s dogs, fewer than two hundred million are pets, living with humans who provide food, shelter, squeaky toys, and fashionable sweaters. But roaming the planet are four times as many dogs who are their own masters—neighborhood dogs, dump dogs, mountain dogs. They are dogs, not companions, and these dogs, like pigeons or squirrels, are highly adapted scavengers who have evolved to fit particular niches in the vicinity of humans. This book present an eye-opening analysis of the evolution and adaptations of these unleashed dogs and what they can reveal about the species as a whole. Exploring the natural history of these animals, canine behavior experts Raymond and Lorna Coppingers explain how the village dogs of Vietnam, India, Africa, and Mexico are strikingly similar. These feral dogs, argue the Coppingers, are in fact the truly archetypal dogs, nearly uniform in size and shape and incredibly self-sufficient. Drawing on nearly five decades of research, they show how dogs actually domesticated themselves in order to become such efficient scavengers of human refuse. The Coppingers also examine the behavioral characteristics that enable dogs to live successfully and to reproduce, unconstrained by humans, in environments that we ordinarily do not think of as dog friendly. A fascinating exploration of what it actually means, genetically and behaviorally, to be a dog, What Is a Dog? is likely to change the way beagle or bulldog owners reflect on their four-legged friends.
Author : Mark Derr
Publisher : Abrams
ISBN 13 : 1590209915
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (92 download)
Download or read book How the Dog Became the Dog written by Mark Derr and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2011-10-27 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This “informative account” of canine evolution will “appeal to dog lovers with a curiosity about the origins of their favorite companion.” (Publishers Weekly) Many have made the case that dogs have evolved from wolves but the evolutionary link between wolves and dogs remains a mystery. In How the Dog Became the Dog, Mark Derr posits that the dog’s evolution from wolf was inevitable due to the mutually beneficial nature of the relationship between wolves and hunter-gatherer humans. How the Dog Became the Dog presents the domestication of the dog as a biological and cultural process that began with a reciprocal cooperation between dogwolves and humans that evolved over time, from the first dogs that took refuge with humans against the cold at the end of the last Ice Age, to the 18th century, when humans began to exercise full control of dog reproduction, life, and death, through centuries of natural and artificial selection that led us to the many breeds of dogs we know and love today. “A transporting slice of dog/wolf thinking that will pique the interest of anyone with a dog in their orbit.” —Kirkus Reviews
Author : Johannes Caius
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1446548937
Total Pages : 50 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (465 download)
Download or read book OF ENGLISH DOGS (VINTAGE DOG BOOKS BREED HISTORY SERIES) written by Johannes Caius and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2011-03-29 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The diversities, the names, the natures, and the properties. Originally written and published in 1576, this is a reprint of the earliest known work on dog breeds. Translated from the original Latin, it lists all the dog breeds of the time and charts their type and development. As the only known work from the period it is of great significance. The forebears of all modern breeds can clearly be seen in the names and types of dogs described, as can many breeds that are now lost forever. Listed within: Harriers, Terriers, Bloodhounds, Gazehounds, Leviners, Tumblers, Land Spaniels, Water Spaniels, Setters, Gentle Spaniel, Comforter Shepherd's Dog, Mastiff, Bandog Wap, Warner, Turnspit, Dancer.
Author : Jeff Crosby
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0887768156
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (877 download)
Download or read book Little Lions, Bull Baiters & Hunting Hounds written by Jeff Crosby and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008-03-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since prehistoric times, humans and dogs have shared a unique bond and both have served each other well. Early people discarded food and as a result, wild wolves cast fear and caution aside, following and approaching their two-legged neighbors until they became less wary of each other. As humans hunted, fished, herded, and hauled, they found ways to benefit from the presence and talents of these animals. Over time, both learned to work together, rely on, and like each other. This book is a fascinating look at the distinct groups that have developed — hunting, herding, working, and companion — as humans selectively bred dogs to bring out desired attributes. Stunning illustrations, maps, and fascinating information combine to explain the origins and characteristics of typical breeds within each grouping. Little Lions, Bull Baiters & Hunting Hounds is an indispensable book for any dog lover and a wonderful guide for those about to choose their own canine companion.
Author : Lance Van Sittert
Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9004154191
Total Pages : 313 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (41 download)
Download or read book Canis Africanis written by Lance Van Sittert and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2008 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The role of the dog in human society is the connecting thread that binds the essays in "Canis Africanis," each revealing a different part of the complex social history of southern Africa. The essays range widely from concerns over disease, bestiality, and social degradation through gambling on dogs to anxieties over social status reflected through breed classifications, and social rebellion through resisting the dog tax imposed by colonial authorities. With its focus on dogs in human history, this project is part of what has been termed the 'animal turn' in the social sciences, which investigates the spaces which animals inhabit in human society and the way in which animal and human lives interconnect, demonstrating how different human groups construct a range of identities for themselves (and for others) in terms of animals. So instead of conceiving of animals as merely constituents of ecological or agricultural systems, they can be comprehended through their role in human cultures.
Author : Kristen D. Ahrens
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (958 download)
Download or read book Deciphering the Genetic History of an Ancient Dog Breed, the Saluki, Using Y Chromosome, Autosomal Microsatellites, and Mitochondrial DNA written by Kristen D. Ahrens and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Humans share a unique bond with dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) that is unrivaled by any other domesticated animal. The early history of this relationship remains unclear and detailed genetic study of early dog breeds is limited. Several studies using nuclear markers and small sample sizes have identified the Saluki as one of the oldest, extant dog breeds. This is supported by archaeological data, which age the history of the Saluki in Southwest Asia between 7,000 and 9,000 BP. I used mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) sequences (hypervariable region I), Y chromosome short tandem repeats (STRs) and single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), as well as autosomal microsatellite loci to provide a more comprehensive study of the Saluki's history. My study compared purebred, "modern" Salukis from the U.S. and South Africa to Salukis of Southwest Asia (Israel and Iran), and additionally compared these populations to feral, village dogs of Southwest Asia and a range of purebred dogs. This design offered insight into effects of breeding practices and the relationship of Salukis to other dog groups. Emphasis was placed on Y chromosome data, which offer an intermediary mutation rate for populations of this evolutionary timescale. All three molecular markers supported the hypothesis that Southwest Asian Salukis maintain their indigenous ancestry. U.S. Salukis displayed the effects of modern breeding practices at the mtDNA and microsatellite level, but only Y chromosome data confirmed their shared lineage with Salukis of Southwest Asia. Further, Y chromosome analysis showed evidence of considerable genetic isolation of Salukis from all other purebred dogs (72 different breeds) with the exception of the Afghan Hound. Overall, all three markers used in this study demonstrated that the four Saluki populations studied share a unique history and distinct population structure compared to any other breed, and additionally share a long lineage with feral, village dogs of Southwest Asia. Age estimates of two Y chromosome Saluki and village dog haplogroups, between 5,125 +/- 2,833 and 6,558 +/- 2,078 years, align with the long proclaimed, ancient origin of the Saluki.
Author : Mary Boucouvalas
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 26 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (463 download)
Download or read book How To Become A Pharaoh Hound Owner written by Mary Boucouvalas and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-30 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the oldest recorded dog breeds, the Pharaoh Hound originated in Egypt thousands of years ago. The Pharaoh Hound is an ancient dog breed that's changed little since its development more than 5,000 years ago. They were the dogs of kings and may have hunted gazelles with pharaohs, hence their name. This loyal hunting companion later made their way to Malta, where they're now the national dog. Even though these are purebred dogs, some may still end up in the care of shelters or rescues Whether you already have the Pharaoh Hound or you're still just planning to get one, there are a lot of things that you should know and consider. This guide will give you an overview of the relevant things that you need to know about taking care, raising, and training the Pharaoh Hound. Buy this book now.
Author : Ádám Miklósi
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400889995
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)
Download or read book The Dog written by Ádám Miklósi and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible and richly illustrated introduction to the natural history of dogs—from evolution, anatomy, cognition, and behavior to the relationship between dogs and humans As one of the oldest domesticated species, selectively bred over millennia to possess specific behaviors and physical characteristics, the dog enjoys a unique relationship with humans. More than any other animal, dogs are attuned to human behavior and emotions, and accordingly play a range of roles in society, from police and military work to sensory and emotional support. Selective breeding has led to the development of more than three hundred breeds that, despite vast differences, still belong to a single species, Canis familiaris. The Dog is an accessible, richly illustrated, and comprehensive introduction to the fascinating natural history and scientific understanding of this beloved species. Ádám Miklósi, a leading authority on dogs, provides an appealing overview of dogs' evolution and ecology; anatomy and biology; behavior and society; sensing, thinking, and personality; and connections to humans. Illustrated with some 250 color photographs, The Dog begins with an introductory overview followed by an exploration of the dog's prehistoric origins, including current research about where and when canine domestication first began. The book proceeds to examine dogs' biology and behavior, paying particular attention to the physiological and psychological aspects of the ways dogs see, hear, and smell, and how they communicate with other dogs and with humans. The book also describes how dogs learn about their physical and social environments and the ways they form attachments to humans. The book ends with a section showcasing a select number of dog breeds to illustrate their amazing physical variety. Beautifully designed and filled with surprising facts and insights, this book will delight anyone who loves dogs and wants to understand them better.
