John Bradshaw is a biologist who founded and directs the world-renowned Anthrozoology Institute, based at the University of Bristol. He has been studying the behaviour of domestic dogs and their owners for over 25 years, and is the author of many scientific articles, research papers and reviews, which have not only shed new light on the dog's abilities and needs, but have also changed the way that dogs are understood and cared for all over the world.
A revelation - a major rethink about the way we understand our dogs
... there is no doubt about it - Professor John Bradshaw is a dog's
best friend -- Kate Kellaway * Observer *
Every dog lover, dog owner or prospective dog buyer should read
this book. It will change how you feel about dogs and, likely
enough, how you treat them, too -- James McConnachie * Sunday Times
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A must-read for dog lovers everywhere * Independent *
Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the
complicated psychology behind the growl, the rising hackles and the
wagging tail -- Roy Hattersley * Daily Telegraph *
Scholarly yet passionate ... nothing less than a manifesto for a
new understanding of our canine friends ... fascinating -- Chris
Cox * Guardian *
A lovely and clear-headed book on all things dog-emotion, mind, and
breed. John Bradshaw's authority and experience are matched by the
thoughtfulness and humanity of his writing. Read this before you
bring a dog into your life. -- Alexandra Horowitz * author of
'Inside of a Dog' *
[A] wonderful, reassuring, and encouraging book ... distinguishes
canine science from canine folklore -- Jonathan Mirsky * Literary
Review *
Truly fascinating ... rich in ideas and counter-ideas, and will
reward anyone who respects animals ... enlightening ... Bradshaw's
years of knowledge and his clear passion for dogs both shine
through * The Sunday Business Post *
Authoritative, wise and, in its sharp appreciation of the cost of
dogs of living with us, rather moving -- Robert Hanks * Independent
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The most fantastic book ... required reading for dog lovers
everywhere * Observer *
A well-grounded overview of the Canis family's evolutionary
journey...this is what makes the book so appealing. He does more
than simply lay out interesting theories; he uses science to
advocate for a better life for companion dogs. * The Bark *
A wonderfully informative, quietly passionate book that will
benefit every dog whose owner reads it * Economist *
Wonderfully humane, calmly-written and curiously moving ... [a]
lovely book, illuminating for everyone who has or is thinking of
having a dog -- Michael Bywater * The First Post *
By giving the reader an overview of mankind's relationship with
both dogs and wolves, [Bradshaw] also shows us ourselves -- Bella
Bathurst * Observer *
One may feel fully confident when reading [this] ... Bradshaw makes
deft work of summarising important and novel insights on dog
evolution * Times Higher Education *
An alternative to conventional, dominance-based approaches to
understanding dogs (Cesar Millan's methods, for example) in an
informative...guide to how canine biology and psychology determine
behavior.... Bradshaw's book is useful to those looking to further
their understanding of dog behavior and clarify common
misconceptions * Publisher's Weekly *
Both an interesting armchair read and an important primer for any
dog owner * Science Focus *
In Defence of Dogs provides an extensive insight into the
minds of man's best friend - a must for all owners. John Bradshaw
[is] a pioneer * Big Issue *
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