Can dogs read? Count? Problem solve?Twenty years ago, you wouldn't have heard the words "e;canine"e; and "e;cognition"e; in the same sentence, but today there are canine cognition labs all over the world, where researchers study dogs' abilities to problem solve, memorize, and reason. The recognition that dogs have these abilities is a relatively new and very exciting development in the field of dog training and behavior and in Discover the World of Canine Cognition, Pat Miller will guide you through the developments in research as well as teach you how to expand your own dog's cognitive skills!What the experts are saying about Discover the World of Canine Cognition:Pat Miller s newest book, Discover the World of Canine Cognition, is a refreshingly excellent review of the often overlooked and misunderstood world of our dogs mental abilities. Pat explores the most recent developments in understanding a dog s mind and how they learn. She discusses recent discoveries and shares how you can train brain-candy games with your own dog. These games range from discrimination games, choice and consent games, and odor games to concepts like match to sample, imitation, quantity recognition, and so much more. This book is such a fun and enjoyable read!Ken Ramirez, author of The Eye of the Trainer: Animal Training, Transformation, and Trust. Executive Vice President and Chief Training Officer for Karen Pryor Clicker TrainingDiscover the World of Canine Cognition is a fascinating, cutting-edge exploration into the mysterious world inside a dog's mind."e; In compelling accounts of dogs reading, counting, matching, and imitating us, this landmark book bridges the gap between what scientists and dog lovers alike have long suspected and what we now know dogs are very, very smart indeed. Practical enrichment games with step-by-step instructions woven in with knowledge about dog learning and agency in husbandry make this book a must have for both your brain candy and research dog libraries. The critical topics for understanding and helping our dogs, such as learning body language, incorporating scent searches, and consent testing are brilliantly illustrated in this gift to dogs and the people who love them. Anyone, pet parent or trainer, who likes to stay up to speed on both the fun and the science of dog training has this golden opportunity to learn from one of the most influential leading voices in dog welfare and training, Pat Miller. Highly recommended.Linda Michaels, M.A., Experimental Psychology, Author of The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbook, Creator of the Hierarchy of Dog Needs, Faculty at The International School of Canine Psychology (ISCP), Certified Veterinary AssistantPat Miller is internationally known as an author and lecturer in the field of force-free, positive dog training. She operates her own training facility Peaceable Paws Dog and Puppy Training in Fairplay, Maryland where she lives with her husband Paul, five dogs, three cats, a donkey, and a pot-bellied pig. She is the author of Beware of the Dog; Play With Your Dog; The Power of Positive Dog Training; Positive Perspectives, Love Your Dog, Train Your Dog; and Do Over Dogs.
