Unravel the mysteries of psychology without the jargon

What’s really going on in the minds of the animals we love, fear, and rely on? Furry Friends or Feathered Fiends takes readers on an engaging tour of the latest discoveries about animal behavior and cognition that reveals surprising insights into our common animal psychology.

Exploring species ranging from cunning canines to calculating felines and cunning corvids, this book examines the complex thinking and behaviors of animals often hidden beneath a cute exterior. With easy-to-understand overviews of research ranging from evolutionary biology to mirror self-recognition tests, this book will fascinate any animal lover interested in peeking inside the minds of creatures great and small.

Readers will gain nuanced perspectives on animal abilities and ethics, including the interplay between animal and human cognition. Furry Friends or Feathered Fiends offers an irresistible bestiary for modern times that sheds new light on the psychological bonds between people and animals.