The Behavioural Biology of Dogs

by P Jensen

• ISBN13: 9781845931872
• ISBN10: 1845931874
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-09-15
• Publisher: Cab Intl

Summary

Written by experts in different areas, this book presents an up-to-date account of the behavioural biology of dogs. Split in 3 parts, the book addresses the specific aspects of behavioural biology. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals with basic aspects of dog behaviour. The final part emphasises on the behavioural problems, their prevention and cure.

Table of Contents

Contributors
Preface
The Dog in Its Zoological Context: Editor's Introduction	p. 1
Evolutionary History of Canids	p. 3
Domestication of Dogs	p. 21
Origin of Dog Breed Diversity	p. 38
Biology and Behaviour of Dogs: Editor's Introduction	p. 59
Mechanisms and Function in Dog Behaviour	p. 61
Behaviour Genetics in Canids	p. 76
Sensory Physiology and Dog Behaviour	p. 91
Social Behaviour of Dogs and Related Canids	p. 105
Learning in Dogs	p. 120
The Dog in Its Niche: Among Humans: Editor's Introduction	p. 145
Behaviour and Social Ecology of Free-ranging Dogs	p. 147
Evolutionary Aspects on Breeding of Working Dogs	p. 166
Individual Differences in Behaviour - Dog Personality	p. 182
Human-Animal Interactions and Social Cognition in Dogs	p. 207
Behavioral Problems of Dogs: Editor's Introduction	p. 223
Behavioural Disorders of Dogs	p. 225
Behaviour and Disease in Dogs	p. 243
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