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Canine Confidential
- Why Dogs Do What They Do
- Narrated by: Kirby Heyborne
- Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Home & Garden, Pets & Animal Care
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- Jennifer
- 02-06-18
Annoying narrator but pretty good book
The narrator reads in an irritating tone which is a shame as it could have been far more enjoyable if it had been read well. He’s kind of patronising, like he’s reading a mystical tale to a class of 3 year olds...
I learnt a few things from this book and confirmed other things I knew from similar books. I like the importance Bekoff placed on positive training/teaching methods and treating dogs properly and in line with a dog’s way of thinking and being in the world. The sections on how dogs ‘bridge the ethical gap’ in terms of how humanity treats animals is also very enlightening and an important message to put out there.
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- K9 Crazy
- 06-10-19
Great book.
I loved this book! Marc talks about every possible scenario a dog parent will have thought at one point of another. The book delves into the mind of the dog, quoting many studies that have been done to explain canine behaviour. It has given me a lot to think about and has changed the way I look and treat my furry companions.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-02-22
Brilliant book, begining to end
Engaging, lovely stories, entertaining and educational, thought provoking. absolutely loved this book and will listen to it again and again!
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- abigail wagstaff
- 14-11-21
All dog owners should read this book
Beautiful book helping to encourage human understanding and empathy towards our dogs
Science based, up to date with the latest dog behaviour research
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- MORRISSEY
- 08-11-21
Observe /understand - is it K9 play or fight ??!!
👍 brilliant explained K9 body language - subtle play signals used for polite play to continue or be withdrawn by the individual or pack - now I fully understand my pack - identify the instigator of disharmony before play gets out of hand - firm fair timeout or redirection & allow adrenalin to subsidise before allowing play to continue works with children too
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- MR RICHARD PARKER
- 06-02-21
It's different?
This book was not what I was expecting.
It was so much more, it looks at dog's and being a dog owner though the dog's eye's which gives you a far better understanding into why dog's do what they do.
I would say it's a must read for any dog lover..
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- Selina Fitzgerald
- 31-08-20
A must for dog owners and professionals alike
Full of information and citing science. A great resource for anyone that owns or works with dogs. A great around book that's easy to understand at all levels. I learnt lots of new facts and studies which has then expanded to me researching different areas and supporting my clients.
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- Utilisateur anonyme
- 01-06-19
The narration was so BAD!
I’m not quite sure if the book was good or not, the narration was so bad I couldn’t get past the first 2 chapters...
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- Laika
- 08-03-19
For dog parents and hobby scientists
I have listened to plenty of books about dog behavior and science, and this one was really ... eye opening! Why? It is honest, the author simply says we really don't know much, and stresses how important it is to individually assess every dog, as every dog is different. I liked the examples, and the very positive approach towards dog-human relationships.
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- Cliente Amazon
- 18-10-20
A wonderful book and great audiobook experience.
This is a wonderful book plenty of essential consideration on dogs and their people. Every dog parent and caretaker should read this work. The author Marc Bekoff is an expert and insightful dog lover. This book is a must to read.
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- Dawnwhisper
- 04-01-20
Absolutely Must Listen!
I urge every dog owner, lover and professional to listen to Canine Confidential. This book expands on so many avenues of our dog's behavior and well-being. Full of referenced studies to discuss why dogs do what they do. It also goes into the truth about dominance, dog parks, well-fare and the laws on dogs.
This book helped open up my mind to the individuality of each dog and how we must mind our dogs and remember how much we ask of them.
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- Liliana Piegari
- 23-05-18
Great description of our relationship with dogs
The autor shares his wide experience observing dogs and humans interacting. Interesting for dog lovers.
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- Katherine L McGill
- 26-05-22
Very thought provoking
This book is full of great information and will make you think, and will help you enhance your life with your canine partner.