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The canine perspective: New book explores the dogs’ world view
October 14th, 2009
by Woof Report, www.woofreport.com

   The Woof Reporters can’t be the first people to wonder aloud: “Does my dog know I’ll be back in just an hour when I tell him so?” The question of just how much dogs understand stands the test of time, especially when it comes to the fur ball at the end of your bed. Alexandra Horowitz, author of the just-released book Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know is no different.

As a dog owner, she’s curious to learn why dogs do the things they do and what they know, and as a cognitive scientist, she’s curious about understanding them on another level. Horowitz explores our understanding of the dog’s world view with practical application for the people who love them. Read a few excerpts from the book at the author’s site here.

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Mr. Smartypants: Your dog the linguist
August 20th, 2009
by Woof Report, www.woofreport.com

   Your dog may play dumb when you tell him not to eat the cat’s food, but don’t let him fool you. He understands perfectly well. Because not only is he smart, but your dog understands up to 165 words including signals and gestures, giving him roughly the same mental abilities as a 2-year-old person. We’re not making this stuff up, we promise.

Leading canine researcher Stanley Coren, PhD, broke the news during his speech “How Dogs Think” at the recent American Psychological Association’s Convention. As it turns out, some super brainy dog breeds can even master 250 words including signals and gestures.

Read more about Coren’s research and see his top and bottom five smartest dog breeds here.

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