How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog)
How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog)

Author: Lee Alan Dugatkin

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2019-04-14

Total Pages: 237

ISBN-13: 022659971X

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Tucked away in Siberia, there are furry, four-legged creatures with wagging tails and floppy ears that are as docile and friendly as any lapdog. But, despite appearances, these are not dogs—they are foxes. They are the result of the most astonishing experiment in breeding ever undertaken—imagine speeding up thousands of years of evolution into a few decades. In 1959, biologists Dmitri Belyaev and Lyudmila Trut set out to do just that, by starting with a few dozen silver foxes from fox farms in the USSR and attempting to recreate the evolution of wolves into dogs in real time in order to witness the process of domestication. This is the extraordinary, untold story of this remarkable undertaking. Most accounts of the natural evolution of wolves place it over a span of about 15,000 years, but within a decade, Belyaev and Trut’s fox breeding experiments had resulted in puppy-like foxes with floppy ears, piebald spots, and curly tails. Along with these physical changes came genetic and behavioral changes, as well. The foxes were bred using selection criteria for tameness, and with each generation, they became increasingly interested in human companionship. Trut has been there the whole time, and has been the lead scientist on this work since Belyaev’s death in 1985, and with Lee Dugatkin, biologist and science writer, she tells the story of the adventure, science, politics, and love behind it all. In How to Tame a Fox, Dugatkin and Trut take us inside this path-breaking experiment in the midst of the brutal winters of Siberia to reveal how scientific history is made and continues to be made today. To date, fifty-six generations of foxes have been domesticated, and we continue to learn significant lessons from them about the genetic and behavioral evolution of domesticated animals. How to Tame a Fox offers an incredible tale of scientists at work, while also celebrating the deep attachments that have brought humans and animals together throughout time.

The Other End of the Leash
The Other End of the Leash

Author: Patricia McConnell, Ph.D.

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Published: 2009-02-19

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 0307489183

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Learn to communicate with your dog—using their language “Good reading for dog lovers and an immensely useful manual for dog owners.”—The Washington Post An Applied Animal Behaviorist and dog trainer with more than twenty years’ experience, Dr. Patricia McConnell reveals a revolutionary new perspective on our relationship with dogs—sharing insights on how “man’s best friend” might interpret our behavior, as well as essential advice on how to interact with our four-legged friends in ways that bring out the best in them. After all, humans and dogs are two entirely different species, each shaped by its individual evolutionary heritage. Quite simply, humans are primates and dogs are canids (as are wolves, coyotes, and foxes). Since we each speak a different native tongue, a lot gets lost in the translation. This marvelous guide demonstrates how even the slightest changes in our voices and in the ways we stand can help dogs understand what we want. Inside you will discover: • How you can get your dog to come when called by acting less like a primate and more like a dog • Why the advice to “get dominance” over your dog can cause problems • Why “rough and tumble primate play” can lead to trouble—and how to play with your dog in ways that are fun and keep him out of mischief • How dogs and humans share personality types—and why most dogs want to live with benevolent leaders rather than “alpha wanna-bes!” Fascinating, insightful, and compelling, The Other End of the Leash is a book that strives to help you connect with your dog in a completely new way—so as to enrich that most rewarding of relationships.

The Dogist
The Dogist

Author: Elias Weiss Friedman

Publisher: Artisan Books

Published: 2015-01-01

Total Pages: 305

ISBN-13: 1579656714

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When Friedman moved to New York City, he missed the dogs that had surrounded him growing up. He began photographing dogs on the street, and posting them on his blog, The Dogist. Whether because of the look in a dog's eyes, its innate beauty, or even the clothes its owner has dressed it in, every portrait in this book tells a story and explores the dog's distinct character and spirit.

Andrea, Princess of Ziv
Andrea, Princess of Ziv

Author: Jean Schoenmaker

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2016-01-07

Total Pages: 196

ISBN-13: 1491784326

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Andrea is a girl who still believes in the tooth fairy. When she is at home one rainy morning pouting because the tooth fairy left nothing under her pillow, her teddy bear tells her she is a princess in the Land of Be Alive and orders a half-conch shell to whisk her away to her princessdom. Fly with Andrea and go with her from depending on her adjutants for guidance to managing the affairs of the twelve spheres that orbit over her palace in Ziv and from believing in a tooth fairy to believing in herself. Share the adventures of the Princess of all of Ziv and her twelve princesses-in-training who enjoy galas, coronation ceremonies, and opulent rooms in the palace and the adventures of battling their fear of monsters, vampires, deep oceans, and evil entities in one or another of her Zivoids. Love the way she talks to somewhat strange earth-like creatures, plants, and rocks and learns shape-shifting, size-reduction, and the art of being a princess in which she practices controlling her thoughts, sharing, kindness, and the joy of living.

The Warrior Within
The Warrior Within

Author: Nitki's Dad

Publisher: Page Publishing Inc

Published: 2023-01-06

Total Pages: 261

ISBN-13: 1662476485

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I'd undertake a brutally honest assessment of the reflection in the mirror after experiencing the worst regret in my life in late spring 2003--not an easy task. But to figure out and overcome what held me back from proposing and marrying Jill, I couldn't allow anything to continue taking up space in my mind, living rent-free, impacting my present or future. Adrienne is who I confided in. Nothing earth-shattering, but it brought us closer long before we ever talked about marriage. Loved ones would test me a decade later, including one who had me feeling almost broken at times. Its outcome was unfortunate, but the life lessons were invaluable. I became spiritually aware in my teens; I wouldn't know its name until decades later. As a spiritual being on a human journey, I needed to learn more about myself and grow. Hindsight would confirm this and the purpose for the pain. I was "walking the Red Road." With technology, the internet, and social media, we have more ways to connect but are less connected than ever before. I may not be able to change the world, but my world has changed. I took ownership, was honest with my reflection, and challenged the warrior residing within to rise. It happened one step and day at a time. Life is a gift from the Creator; what we do and act in this life matters. My gift back is what I do with my life. My story is how I confirmed who I am, reaffirming who I will strive to continue to be. We need to learn from those with experiences greater than our own so we don't repeat the same or similar mistakes. Attract what you expect. Reflect on what you desire. Become what you respect. Mirror what you admire. Semper fi!

Talking to Alaska
Talking to Alaska

Author: Anna Woltz

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2021-04-15

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 1786075849

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A powerful story of two unlikely friends brought together by the love of a dog ‘Timeless and clever.’ Sophie Dahl Sometimes rivals just need a helping paw... It only takes one day at their new school for Parker and Sven to become mortal enemies. Parker's had a terrible summer and just wants to be invisible, while Sven is desperate to make an impression and be known as anything other than "that boy with epilepsy." When Parker discovers her beloved dog Alaska – who she had to give away last year – now belongs to Sven, she's determined to steal Alaska back. Of course, that's easier said than done...

Zane's Brain
Zane's Brain

Author: Karol Bojnowski

Publisher: Karol Bojnowski

Published: 2011-04-21

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 0983224900

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Zane Baran just dropped out of medical school in San Francisco. Haunted by his African experience, he¿s having serious doubts about life. His unrelenting quest for meaning draws him ever deeper into a whirlpool of inevitable truths about Homo sapiens and their brief reign at the top of the food chain. When his lover leaves and his dying father asks a favor, Zane catapults to Nepal where he meets Jeng Ra, his father¿s childhood mentor. Above the wind-whipped peaks of Kagbeni, Zane is thrust into unexpected twists and turns of fate, stretching the limits of his body and mind.REVIEW:Zane¿s Brain is a labyrinth of epiphanies that couldn¿t be timelier. Bojnowski¿s fresh voice weaves a dramatic and richly textured blend of scathing social commentary, gripping philosophy, and scientific fact into a heartfelt tale of the human condition. His insight into the fiber of societal dogma simmers beneath a twisting plot that takes the reader from the streets of San Francisco to the streets of Kathmandu.

Silent Voices Hidden Wisdom
Silent Voices Hidden Wisdom

Author: Karen Kober

Publisher: Balboa Press

Published: 2017-02-28

Total Pages: 159

ISBN-13: 1504368592

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SILENT VOICES HIDDEN WISDOM Is it fearful, the unknown silent voices so long hidden? Or to hold all the emotions of sentient life? Telepathy is thought transference of mental energy from one being to another. Humans use telepathic energy constantly. We are aware the voice in our mind is never silent. We are unaware of our capability to use telepathic energy with intent. We use it every day and often do not recognize our oldest form of communication. Animals vocal cords, due to their physical structure, were not able to attain formed language as humans did. They continue to express themselves telepathically or with behavior when humans deny to acknowledge their inner ability to hear them telepathically. Discover the widening scope of using telepathic communication in our daily life. We would discover there are no secrets in the thread of life! Just imagine using telepathy to converse with all creation on earth, in heaven or other dimensions. The messages received are the wisdom of the ages and encompass the full spectrum of eternity. Telepathically conversing with sentient beings in all dimensions is funny, surprisingly delightful and compassionate. The silent voices impart wisdom and guidance in every moment of our everyday life. Our mind seeks a place for discovery in curiosity. The silent voices and hidden wisdom within us holds the key to answers from all dimensions. Journey the joy and hidden wisdom in the silent voices, in their words and prayers.

Seed
Seed

Author: Cassia Leo

Publisher: Gloss Publishing LLC

Published: 2018-03-15

Total Pages: 194

ISBN-13:

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The explosive continuation of the Evergreen series from New York Times bestselling author Cassia Leo. Two to six weeks. That’s how long it takes, on average, to get a divorce in Oregon. With Jack convinced I betrayed him, I expect to be served divorce papers within hours of moving out. But weeks pass without word from Jack, and the papers never arrive. Though my heart isn’t ready to give up on him, I can’t shake the feeling that we may be better off apart. And Isaac is more than happy to help me move on. But just as I begin to build some semblance of a life and career, a new and improved Jack arrives on my doorstep. Divorce papers are the furthest thing from his mind as he delivers news that both shatters me and restores my faith in the love we shared. But is it too late for us?