What the dog knows: scent, science, and the amazing ways dogs perceive the world

Name: What the dog knows: scent, science, and the amazing ways dogs perceive the world
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781925321777
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By Cat Warren

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What the Dog Knows: Scent, Science, and the Amazing Ways Dogs Perceive the World by Cat Warren explores the fascinating world of working dogs, particularly their exceptional ability to use scent for various tasks like finding lost people and detecting substances. The author combines scientific research, personal experiences, and stories from the field to illustrate how dogs’ remarkable olfactory skills function. This book delves into the bond between humans and dogs in their collaborative endeavours, revealing the profound perceptions these animals possess.
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If you're fascinated by the extraordinary abilities of dogs and how their sense of smell surpasses human capabilities, you'll find this book a captivating read. It delves into the science behind canine scent detection and shares engaging stories about how these skills are utilised in various fields. Perfect for dog lovers and those intrigued by the natural world.

What the dog knows: scent, science, and the amazing ways dogs perceive the world

A New York Times-bestselling book about the extraordinary abilities of man's best friend.

A New York Times-bestselling book about the extraordinary abilities of man's best friend.

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A New York Times-bestselling book about the extraordinary abilities of man's best friend.

When Cat Warren adopted Solo, an unruly German shepherd puppy, she soon began to wonder what she'd let herself in for. Solo's boundless energy was what made him lovable, but it also made him exhausting and difficult to train. Then she struck upon an idea: what Solo needed was something to do.

Like many dogs, Solo was destined to work, using his nose to help the police locate missing people. In this lively, accessible book, Warren details Solo's journey from troublesome pup to expert cadaver dog and explores the fascinating hidden world of animals that do essential work and the handlers who train them.

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What the Dog Knows offers a compelling exploration of how dogs use their extraordinary sense of smell in various fields like forensics and healthcare. The book also presents a personal narrative of transforming a challenging dog into a valuable partner. Reviewers appreciate its insightful look into the science and myths of working dogs and praise the author's ability to convey the unique bond between humans and canines.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781925321777

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 October 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribe Publications

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 354g

Pages: 352

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Cat Warren Education & Reference Non-Fiction Penguin Books Science & Nature

About the Author

Cat Warren is a professor and former journalist with a somewhat unorthodox hobby- she works with cadaver dogs - dogs who search for missing and presumed-dead people. What started as a way to harness the energies of her unruly, smart, German shepherd puppy, Solo, soon became a passion for them both (though Solo thinks it's simply a great game, with the reward of a toy at the end). They searched for the missing throughout North Carolina for eight years.