Book: Inside of a Dog — What Dogs See, Smell & Know (Paperback, 2010)
Why read this book
Want to understand life from your dog’s point of view? Cognitive scientist Alexandra Horowitz translates cutting-edge research into vivid stories, revealing how dogs experience the world through scent, sight, attention, and social intelligence.
Book summary
Blending science with day-in-the-park observation, Inside of a Dog explores canine umwelt—the dog’s unique sensory world—and what it means for play, training, communication, and companionship. You’ll learn how noses “see,” what dogs notice in our faces and voices, how they read attention and intention, and practical ways to enrich daily life by letting dogs be more dog.
Contents (overview, click to expand)
Prelude — Notes on dogs, training & owners
Umwelt: From the Dog’s Point of Nose — Scent, pheromones, “smell walks,” asking dogs
Belonging to the House — From wolves to dogs; breeds; making your dog
Sniff — Nose & vomeronasal organ; the smell of a dog
Mute / Out loud — Vocalizations, body & tail communication
Dog-eyed / Seen by a Dog — Visual umwelt; gaze, attention, showing
Canine Anthropologists — Reading us; “psychic powers” deconstructed
Noble Mind — Dog smarts, learning, theory of (dog) mind, play
Inside of a Dog — What a dog knows; what it’s like to be a dog
You Had Me at Hello — Bonding, touch, the “bond effect”
The Importance of Mornings — Practical tips: smell walks, thoughtful training, enrichment
Postscript, Notes & Sources, Index
Details
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 384
- Publisher: Scribner
- Publication date: September 28, 2010
- ISBN-13: 9781416583431
Why you’ll love it
- Science-based yet super readable—great for curious pet parents
- Actionable ideas (e.g., “smell walks”) to enrich daily routines
- A modern classic on how dogs perceive and connect with us
FAQs
Is this a training manual? (click to expand)
It’s primarily a science-meets-everyday-life book about how dogs perceive the world. You’ll get practical insights that make training and enrichment easier.
Who should read this? (click to expand)
Anyone who wants a deeper, evidence-based understanding of their dog—new adopters, families, and long-time dog people alike.
Book specs? (click to expand)
Paperback, 384 pages (Scribner, Sept 28, 2010). ISBN 9781416583431.
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