
Behavioural Biology of Dogs.
Title:
Behavioural Biology of Dogs.
Author:
Jensen, P.
ISBN:
9781845931889
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (276 pages)
Contents:
Contents -- Contributors -- Preface -- I: The Dog in Its Zoological Context -- Editor's Introduction -- 1. Evolutionary History of Canids -- 2. Domestication of Dogs -- 3. Origin of Dog Breed Diversity -- II: Biology and Behaviour of Dogs -- Editor's Introduction -- 4. Mechanisms and Function in Dog Behaviour -- 5. Behaviour Genetics in Canids -- 6. Sensory Physiology and Dog Behaviour -- 7. Social Behaviour of Dogs and Related Canids -- 8. Learning in Dogs -- III: The Dog in Its Niche: Among Humans -- Editor's Introduction -- 9. Behaviour and Social Ecology of Free-ranging Dogs -- 10. Evolutionary Aspects on Breeding of Working Dogs -- 11. Individual Differences in Behaviour - Dog Personality -- 12. Human-Animal Interactions and Social Cognition in Dogs -- IV: Behavioural Problems of Dogs -- Editor's Introduction -- 13. Behavioural Disorders of Dogs -- 14. Behaviour and Disease in Dogs -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- Y.
Abstract:
Written by experts in different areas, this book presents an up-to-date account of the behavioral biology of dogs. Split in 3 parts, the book addresses the specific aspects of behavioral biology. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals. with basic aspects of dog behavior. The final part emphasises on the behavioral problems, their prevention and cure.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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