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Thu, 11 Oct 2007 09:59:26 -0700

I just finished reading Dogs, A Natural History, by Jake Page - an interesting and fascinating book. The author, who has six dogs, writes about dogs throughout history and how they have evolved over time to become the much loved companions that they are today.

In the book, Page writes about many of the ancient dogs that lived around the world, and what they have in common with the dogs that live with us today. He also sheds some light on why dogs don’t see colors the same as we do - and according to the experts, dogs do see more than black and white! Laughter is another subject he touches on, writing about the science that shows that dogs do indeed laugh. And, as many dog people will attest, dogs certainly know how to love - and Page gives his views on why he is convinced this is indeed true. These are just a few of the many topics he covers that explain why our dogs are the way they are and why they do some of the things they do. It’s a very insightful book (written by someone who obviously loves dogs) for anyone who wants to learn more about the canines they share their life with.

From the inside flap of the book…

Dog lovers do not need to be reminded that dogs are astonishing creatures, but recent research shows that they are even more amazing than anyone knew. Dogs draws on the last several decades of studies, examining everything from a dog’s eyesight to its culinary preferences and sense of humor. Jake Page looks at dogs’ wild brothers, the wolves, and their closer cousins, the wild or pariah dogs; explains the newest theory of how dogs were domesticated; describes a dog’s development from puppyhood on; and finally ponders a dog’s emotional life and intelligence.

Visit our blog over at PetsitUSA.com to see how you can get your paws on a copy of Dogs, A Natural History.

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