Examines archaeological, historical, and zoological discoveries to trace the history of animal domestication, and describes the effect of that process on animal breeds and behavior

Humans have manipulated and changed the way of life of other mammals for thousands of years. This new second edition of A Natural History of Domesticated Mammals explores recent progress in understanding the origins of domestication and its spread, both biologically and culturally, across the world. The author includes current archaeological evidence for the earliest dating of domestication of each species, reflecting the recent growth of such studies. This second edition is printed in full color throughout. (view table of contents)

Text and photographs trace the long history of animal domestication, focusing on fifteen familiar animals, from wolves kept as protectors and pets to chickens trained to fight. By the creator of Your Dog's Wild Cousins.

A study of the relationship between humankind and animals discusses the history of animal domestication and explains how, through selective breeding, humans created various animals to suit their purposes.

Examines archaeological, historical, and zoological discoveries to trace the history of animal domestication, and describes the effect of that process on animal breeds and behavior