Our ARISTOPETS are our life. They are our best friends; it is a joy to live with them, to see them in any situation, to share all kinds of moments… But sometimes, they also intrigue us. We would like to understand what goes through their minds, decipher their meows or barks, and be able to communicate more effectively to improve their lives and, consequently, our relationship.
Ethology and zoology are sciences that help us try to understand animals. Thanks to the people who dedicate their efforts to these disciplines, we have made many strides and achieved greater communion with our best friends. The discoveries in these fields never cease to surprise us and, often, to make us smile. Because we feel that what we intuited or guessed, thanks to our daily life with our pets, is corroborated by science.
Thus, we have learned that animals feel. And not only that: our dogs' heartbeats synchronize with ours. That's probably why they prefer good people. We have also discovered that they learn while they sleep. And that they understand what we say and how we say it. We have echoed all these findings at ARISTOPET and will continue to do so every time a new, particularly notable report or study comes to our attention.
Meanwhile, we also want to invite you to investigate on your own. To have an interesting library at your disposal, to serve as a reference… or as a bedside book. As the saying goes, knowledge is power. And especially when it comes to knowing, understanding, and comprehending our ARISTOPETS.
That's why today we want to recommend two titles that we find extremely relevant and useful. Both belong to zoologist John Bradshaw, a true authority in this field, and they will be good additions to your library.
Cat Sense
This title delves into the relationship we have maintained with felines for over 10,000 years. A relationship nourished by varied myths (in fact, in many cultures, as you know, cats are considered deities). Centuries have passed, but according to the latest research, compiled in this title, it is proven that cats have not yet been 100% domesticated, unlike dogs. This implies that even the most cat-loving people in the world… are unable to understand them. This includes their body language, naturally their behavior, and even their most primary or primitive instincts.
Cats are a walking mystery. In this book, Bradshaw masterfully explains the latest findings in feline matters. He provides a fascinating and informative view of the feline mind and its physical evolution. So there is no need to fear delving into the pages of this book.
Dog Sense
The second title we recommend starts from a very interesting point: “why dogs need our understanding.” Throughout more than 300 pages, Bradshaw studies different aspects related to ARISTODOGS, to provide a very enriching and enlightening overall view. Some of the points covered include the origin of dogs; how wolves became dogs; the science of dog training; and their emotions and intellectual capacity.
A science book, full of love, curiosity, and good practices… that will mark a before and after in your relationship with your pet.
If you want to know about other pet-related titles, though from a narrative point of view, discover our recommendations here.