Dogs enrich our lives and make us better people: What many dog lovers feel in their lives with these animals is explored by renowned behavioral researcher and dog expert Kurt Kotrschal in his new book from a scientific perspective – with the latest findings and surprising insights that give us a deeper understanding and an even greater closeness to our four-legged friends. Dogs and humans have far more in common than previously thought. We think and feel similarly – and we both need companionship. Social and emotional competence, composure, mental resilience in times of crisis, the capacity for relationships and friendship, cooperation, and mutual trust are just some of the many traits that dogs and Homo sapiens have shared for millennia. Whether in children, adults, or the elderly, whether puppies or senior dogs: Using many concrete examples and scientifically sound evidence, Kurt Kotrschal shows why our companions do so much more for our psyche, our health, and our well-being than simply liven up our daily lives. This book is the key to understanding the mysterious, deepest and most fascinating of all animal-human connections: the new standard work for better understanding dogs - and us humans too.