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Why We Love the Dogs We Do: How to Find the Dog That Matches Your Personality

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Match Maker .... Match Maker
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biased instead of insightful, many inaccuracies
darn i couldint give this book zero stars!

Why We Love the Dogs We Do: How to Find the Dog That Matches Your Personality
Stanley Coren
Manufacturer: Free Press
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Binding: Paperback

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"Why is it that some people form lasting and warm relationships with their dogs, while others get no joy at all from their pets?" Dr. Stanley Coren, author of The Intelligence of Dogs, asks this question in Why We Love the Dogs We Do: How to Find the Dog That Matches Your Personality. Coren sets out not only to answer this question--an extremely worthy one considering that 4 out of 10 dogs fail to last the first year with their adoptive owners--but to revolutionize the way people think about prospective pets.

Relying on his background in psychology and dog intelligence--as well as the input of several animal experts--Coren created seven new groups of dogs based on canine characteristics that "had the most influence on people's satisfaction and lifestyle": friendly, protective, independent, self-assured, consistent, steady, and clever. Coren then asks that you calculate your personality using a pared-down version of the Interpersonal Adjective Scales--a personality test that measures in terms of extroverted/introverted, trusting/controlling, dominant/no-so-dominant, and warm/cool. The findings of this test, when coupled with Coren's new canine classification system, pinpoint the dog/dogs perfect for your personality.

Sprinkled throughout Coren's fascinating scientific discussion are a multitude of entertaining tales--which serve to further illustrate Coren's findings--including Sigmund Freud and his well-suited chow chow, Jo-Fi, who attended Freud's therapy sessions; playwright Eugene O'Neill and his beloved dalmatian, Blemie, for whom O'Neill bought a four-poster bed; and novelist John Steinbeck's poodle, Charlie, who accompanied the Nobel Prize-winning novelist on his travels across the United States. Both informative and highly entertaining, Why We Love the Dogs We Do paves the way for a mutually beneficial owner/dog relationship.

Book Description

A Dog's Best Friend

In Why We Love the Dogs We Do, Stanley Coren provides a foolproof guide to understanding which dog will make the best lifetime companion. He brings together his expertise in the fields of human psychology and animal behavior to provide a completely new approach to the dog/human relationship.

Working with a team of animal experts, Coren has identified seven groups of dogs based on characteristics such as friendliness, protectiveness, independence, and steadiness. Each group contains dogs from different breeds that share similar personality traits -- a unique departure from the familiar American Kennel Club breed groups. Perhaps even more fascinating are the results of Dr. Coren's extensive work matching human personality types with canine characteristics. Using his personality tests, anyone can determine which dog is the right match and which dog is almost certain to cause heartbreak.

Rich in anecdotes and grounded in scientific study, Why We Love the Dogs We Do offers us the tools we need to find happiness in what can be among the most satisfying relationships of a lifetime.

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Useful and Amusing.......2006-07-18

I found this book to be a lighthearted yet informative read amongst the many different books I perused when trying to decide what breed of dog to share my life with. As a previous dog owner and trainer, I found his "groupings" interesting and pretty accurate, dog-personality-wise, and while the human personality test is perhaps a bit simplified, it nonetheless gets you to a useful conclusion about yourself that you can use to choose your breed. My husband and I were surprised at the breed category we ended up best fit for, and after having the dog we chose from that group for a year, we have found that the author's recommendations were pretty accurate for our likes and dislikes.

I will say, however, that this should not be the only source you read to choose what breed you want to adopt. Do read a more "scientific" book that goes further in-depth on what to expect from specific breeds, and probably also read a book written specifically on your final choice BEFORE adopting. Lastly, keep in mind that dogs are still animals, not humans, and to some extent have their own personalities regardless of what breed they belong to. As long as you have a sense of humor, living with a dog (whatever you choose) will be an enjoyable adventure.

Match Maker .... Match Maker.......2006-04-10

There are one million dogs in the US who have been named as beneficiaries in their owners wills. What does this observation suggest? Since Americans don't typically bequeath their hard earned fortunes to any but family members, perhaps it means that often we REALLY treat our dogs as family. Since they obviously weren't born to us, perhaps it resembles a good marriage.

Contrast this love-filled fact with the less sanguine observation that nearly half of all puppy adoptions never make it through their first year. What makes the difference?

Coren's contention is that when the puppy's personality is compatible with that of their human "parents" the relationship works; when incompatible, the odds of early divorce is much higher.

So how can we improve the odds? Coren's answer is the same one that has made dating services successful. Both of you take a personality test and will do the matching for you. Many believe dating services work, I have no opinion, but Coren's approach assumes that it will work when applied to owners and dogs. So, how does it work?

It's as elegant as it is simple. Coren has already done all the hard work. He's conducted a large scale study of dog personalities organized by AKC breed types with an eye toward matching them with the results of commonly-used human personality tests. Then to complete the job he provides a brief and simple personality test that you can take and score in about fifteen minutes.

So, with your personality type in your left hand and the dog type listing in your right hand, lay one over the other, so to speak, identify the groupings that are most compatible with your personality profile, and start calling vets and breeders. Okay, there's a little more to the matching process than this, but really, not much more.

If this was all there was to the book, I'd have been glad to read it. I've had a long term interest in dog testing in general and dog personality testing in particular. But there's much more. To help convince us that the approach works, I lost count at some point but there are literally dozens and dozens of vignettes about the famous and not-so famous people and their dogs. In each case we are treated to an often thoroughly researched personality analysis which he then compares to the dog personality type and ties it all together with an assessment of whether the match was made in heaven or somewhere else.

Actors, actresses, historical figures, presidents - lots of presidents - poets, authors, and on and on. Not to the point of boredom, mind you. Never that. In fact, while reading the final vignette, I seriously hoped for an epilog with at least one more of these little stories. I got hooked.

"Why We Love the Dogs We Do" is a good read, a very good read. It's worth a read... read it.

EPILOG
Both my wife and I took the personality test and were surprised to learn that Newfies, which we have long had and loved were not on our recommended list. The matchmaking test was spot on for typifying the personality of our breed but, we believe, missed the target on capturing who are. Sadly this fact lost a star on the rating.

Great Book.......2006-03-14

Bought this book several years ago and thought it was great. Considering the dogs I have had in the past, it was dead on in why I thought they were great or why I couldn't wait to get rid of them as fast as possible. Unless it's a rescue dog as I have now, which is a terrior mix, I will definitely go back to this book time and time again as a reminider for the breed that is appropriate for me.

biased instead of insightful, many inaccuracies.......2006-02-17

The classification of dog "types" didn't resemble anything I've learned in other books on dog breeds. I'm not aware that dogs are either clever or friendly, but not both at the same time.
How would one choose a pet? Let's see, do I want a stupid friendly dog, or a dog who is very clever but aloof and indifferent to me?

A big disappointment was the section where the author shared his intense dislike of cats and their owners. What does this have to do with the title and theme of his book and why should any of us care?
Dr Coren, for unknown reasons, finds it necessary to express his admiration and love of dogs by bashing cats with the same old tiresome comparisons that are always unfavorable to cats.
If this was necessary, then why not include a chapter listing all the ways that guinea pigs, gerbils, parakeets, and tropical fish fall short when compared with dogs?
Better yet, let's have an expert on rabbit breeding write a book about taking care of rabbits, and then include a chapter describing the faults and inadequacies of dogs?
After reading much of this book,I find it hard to believe that Coren really likes any animals. I wonder whether he needed additional ncome and thought he had a new angle for a dog book.

As a lover of both dogs and cats, I have no trouble realizing that they are two different species that require no comparisons.
The author's decision to share the story of the woman who seemed indifferent when her cat went missing is supposed to prove that even people who choose cats for pets, don't really love them the way the author loves dogs. Is Coren really unaware that there's a surplus of uncaring PET owners who neglect dogs as well as cats?
I don't know what Coren's grudge against the cat owning woman in his book is all about, but it tells us nothing about what cats are like as pets!

Coren thinks cats are seldom seen during the day. He would enjoy meeting my cat, who along with our dog, greets people at the door, follows us from room to room and cuddles with us on the couch at all times of the day or evening.
Mr Coren, let the real dog and cat experts write the books.Your time would be better spent developing some insight into your own anger and resentments.

darn i couldint give this book zero stars!.......2005-06-22

this book is awful and gives incorect info on dogs.i am a great perenees and mastiff fan . this book descibed these dogs as "pefectly happy if required to live outside" and "these dogs will tolerate more roughhousing than other breeds and will even put up rough phisical handeling that apears to come to the piont of abuse".but that is pefectly untrue because behaior problems in the mastiff and great perenees are usauly because of being isolated from the family. and great perenees must be traind with a GENTLE hand or you will see this dog fall apart before your very eyes. this book consisted mainly of storys about famouse people and there dogs. please read about the breed before listening to this book.

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Why We Love Dogs:A Bark and Smile Book
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Why We Love Dogs: A Bark & Smile Book
Levin
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Great service!.......2006-08-19

I bought it for my son for Christmas 2006 so I have not read it yet but I saw it in a book store and I know he will LOVE it!

Adorable with a capital A.......2003-03-02

Adorable pictures and captions. I absolutely loved it!! Arlene Millman, author of BOOMERANG - A MIRACLE TRILOGY (The tale of a remarkable Boston Terrier).

A grin with every page.......2000-10-16

I loved this book! The pictures are so adorable and the phrases on the opposite pages capture the dogs perfectly.

Why We Love Dogs:A Bark and Smile Book.......2000-03-02

I adored this book. Kim has the ability to show us the feelings, emotion and humor dogs possess. The black and white photography is beautifully done. I wish she would take pictures of my pooch! Thanks, Kim!

Honest Dog Photography (from their point of view).......1999-12-23

Kim's pictures are incredible. They capture the essence and character of each pooch in a way that I've never seen a photographer do. Almost each picture made me laugh until I cried, because I recognize each expression. We all love dogs for the same reasons, but this book collects those reason visually, in a wonderfully feel-good way. It's completely uplifting and happy.

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Sequel even better than original
And I thought the first book was the cutest!
GREAT Book!
A must-have for dog-lovers

Why We Really Love Dogs
Kim Levin
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Binding: Hardcover

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The magic of photographer Kim Levin's photos and touching prose combine to create another poignant essay about the unique and endearing qualities of dogs. This poetic duet of picture and word celebrates the many facets of dogs-the silly things they do, the sweet way they look, the funny moves they make-which all combine to make them so darn lovable. Why We Really Love Dogs celebrates the myriad reasons people love their dogs. Because . . . *they compete for cuteness *they sit for cookies *they just plain look funny In America alone, 40 million people own more than 50 million dogs. Of those dedicated dog owners, about 13 million Americans say they're as attached to their dogs as they are to their best friends. Everyone who has ever treasured a favorite dog will appreciate this collection of heartwarming words and images to pay homage to the special human/pet bond.

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Sequel even better than original.......2003-03-02

Once again, a wonderful collection of canine pictures and witty captions. Even better than the original. Arlene Millman, author of BOOMERANG - A MIRACLE TRILOGY (The tale of a remarkable Boston Terrier).

And I thought the first book was the cutest!.......2000-10-16

Kim's second book is just as good as the first. I got my money's worth just from the picture on the front cover. That Westy makes me smile everytime I see it.

GREAT Book!.......2000-04-23

As a "mommy" of 2 of the dogs in the book, I planned on going straight to the picture of our dogs...but as soon as I opened to the first page, that thought totally left my mind. I eventually got there, but not before enjoying all of the many other dogs whose pictures made me laugh and say "AAAWWW"! Since I received the book, I have looked at it at least 20 times and chuckled at every picture! Kim does an AMAZING job of capturing the personality of each and every dog.

A must-have for dog-lovers.......2000-04-13

The title, "Why We Really Love Dogs," says it all. Photographer Levin's portraits of dogs capture their spirit, intelligence, and loving nature. The book showcases a wide range of dogs and successfully reflects the many moods of these loving creatures.

"Why We Really Love Dogs: is a book you can turn to again and again for a smile and a sigh. Each time I look through at the portraits I notice something I hadn't seen before. It's a great book to give to a friend or fellow dog-lover.

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Why We Really Love Dogs 2002 Wall Calendar

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The dogs in our lives are friends, companions, and members of the family. And with more than 52 million dogs in this country, their popularity as pets is undisputed. They charm us, love us and, as shown in this wall calendar, delight us with their amusing antics and fanciful faces. Back for a second year and filled with all new photographs, this twelve-month collection of Kim Levin's engaging duotone images will touch the hearts and funny bones of canine lovers everywhere and provide us with ample proof of why we really love dogs.

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Why We Love Our Cats and Dogs
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A perennial favorite, the Why We Love Dogs Calendar returns for a fourth year and once again is filled with Kim Levin's endearing and beautiful photographs. Kim's striking duotone images are soulful windows into the hearts of the dogs we call friends. The popularity of her pictures is evident, with more than 175,000 Bark & Smile books sold and the publication of Why We Love Dogs in Japan, China, the Netherlands, and Brazil. The whimsical appeal of the dogs she has captured with her shutter reminds those who know, love, and own the more than 60 million dogs in the United States of the deep affection they feel for their pets and the love that they get in return.

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