Stanley Coren Books

Communication is crucial in any relationship -- especially when one of you happens to be a dog. Drawing on substantial research in animal behaviour, Stanley Coren demonstrates that the average house dog can distinguish at least 140 words and can interact at a level approaching that of a human two-year-old. While actual conversation of the sort Lassie seemed capable of in Hollywood myth-making remains in the realm of fantasy, this book shows us that a great deal of real communication is possible between humans and dogs beyond the simple giving and obeying of commands. How to Speak Dog not only explains the sounds, words, actions and movements which will help owners to communicate most effectively with their dogs; it also deciphers the signs and signals our dogs are giving to us. With easy-to-follow tips on how humans can mimic the language dogs use to talk to one another, original drawings illustrating the subleties of canine body language and a handy visual glossary, How to Speak Dog gives dog lovers a whole new range of essential skills with which to improve their relationship with their dogs.

How well to dogs understand language? Why can't  Rover read? Can you teach on old dog new tricks?  How smart is your dog? Psychologist Stanley Coren  answers these questions and more in this  enlightening resource for dog owners, potential dog owners,  and anyone who loves a good dog story. In the  best-selling tradition of The Hidden Life Of  Dogs and featured in national media from  USA Today and  Newsweek to "Charlie Rose" and  "Dateline NBC," The Intelligence Of  Dogs is an absorbing read that combines heroic  stories of dogs with the latest scientific and  psychological information and sections on how to:  Choose a family dog. Read your dog's body language.  Test your dog's smarts. Understand the sophisticated  language of the bark. Tailor a training program  for best results. And so much  more.

Dogs embody human virtues without vices, as noted by thinkers like Henry James and Plato. Despite their long history as companions, systematic scientific studies of canine cognition have been limited, leading to questions about dogs' mental capacities. In this insightful work, Dr. Stanley Coren, a bestselling author and expert in dog behavior, explores both the intelligence of dogs and the misunderstandings surrounding their minds. With his engaging style, he reveals how dogs perceive their environment, solve problems, and learn. Readers will gain a unique perspective on canine behavior, including the quirks and brilliance that dogs display. The book addresses common questions: Can dogs count? Do they appreciate art or music? Can they learn by observation? Do they dream? It also delves into dog personality, instinctual behaviors, and the potential for change. Additionally, it discusses dogs' abilities to sense events like earthquakes or detect illnesses. With practical advice for dog owners, the guide emphasizes effective teaching methods, the ineffectiveness of punishment, and ways to nurture a well-adjusted, happy dog. Blending scientific insights with humor and anecdotes, this work dispels myths about dogs and uncovers surprising truths about their cognitive abilities.

Coren tells the wry, poignant, and good-hearted tale of his life with the dog whose antics inspired Coren's insights into canine behavior as a research psychologist, and on his outlook on life as a whole

For anyone who has worried that being beguiled by puppy love might lead only to a short-lived dalliance, Stanley Coren provides the ultimate matchmaking service. Combining his expertise in human psychology and animal behaviour with the research of other animal experts, Coren classifies dogs according to such personality traits as friendliness, protectiveness, and steadiness. To discover which dogs will suit them best, readers take simple personality tests that reveal what they are looking for in a relationship. Extroverted men, for example, may be surprised to find that poodles make the ideal companions; shy women are likely to prefer the company of a bulldog; and men lacking trust might consider an independent Shar-Pei. Stories about people and their four-legged best friends - and a gallery of photographs - capture the special dynamics between couples ranging from Freud and his Chow-Chow to Picasso and his Afghan hound.

If you are among the 10 percent of people who happen to be left-handed, you've had to endure such derisive terms as "gauche" and "a left-handed compliment." At school you may have been forced to write with your right hand. And in another century your proclivity might have gotten you accused of witchcraft.Any left-handed person, or the spouse, parent, or friend of one, will be captivated by this essential and eye-opening book. With bracing wit and a flawless command of current research, psychologist Stanley Coren answers such questions Is left-handedness acquired genetically or socially?Are southpaws more creative than their right-handed fellows?Why do left-handers seem to die younger than right-handers?What can left-handers do to counteract the perils and prejudices that confront them in a world that leans to the right?

This highly acclaimed book provides a theoretically balanced introduction to the study of basic physiology and sensory responses. The authors survey a broad range of topics and present different theories and perspectives in controversial areas.

Ein reizendes Geschenkbuch für alle, die auf den Hund gekommen sind. Aus dem Inhalt: Wovon träumt ein Dackel? Wie denken Hunde über Menschen? Welche Musik hört ein Labrador am liebsten? Wer ist der Schutzpatron der Hunde? Welche Sprache sprechen Hunde? Weshalb sind Chihuahuas die besten Wachhunde?

Il sodalizio dell'uomo con il cane dura da ben quattordicimila anni: non solo il cane ci tiene compagnia e si dimostra collaboratore insostituibile per le più varie attività, ma anche, con un "quoziente intellettivo" di livello insospettato, presenta precise differenze caratteriali tra razza e razza. Di tutte Stanley Coren, docente di psicologia ed espertissimo addestratore, fornisce una puntualissima descrizione; con il piglio sistematico dello scienziato e la passione del cinofilo spiega i quozienti intellettivi dei vari cani e le diverse inclinazioni per le attività sportive e lavorative. Non solo: partendo dal presupposto che, indipendentemente dalla razza, ogni esemplare è un individuo a sé, l'autore propone una divertente serie di test che chiunque potrà eseguire in casa per misurare l'intelligenza del proprio cane.

Können Hunde träumen? Erkennen sie sich selbst im Spiegel, und verstehen sie, was sie auf dem Fernsehbildschirm sehen? Sind sie musikalisch? Können sie Eifersucht empfinden oder unter Depressionen leiden? Können sie wirklich Krebszellen riechen? Und warum schlafen manche Hunde auf dem Rücken? In unterhaltsamem Plauderton gibt der für sein Hundefachwissen bekannte Psychologieprofessor und erfolgreiche Autor Stanley Coren Antworten auf diese und viele weitere Fragen, die Hundehalter sich Tag für Tag stellen. Dabei fließen ganz ohne Anstrengung die Ergebnisse jahrzehntelanger Forschungstätigkeit mit ein und widerlegen so manche Mythen und falsche Vorstellungen rund um unsere vierbeinigen Freunde.