By examining the behavioral characteristics of primates and canines, this book presents a completely new look at the relationship between humans and dogs - such dissimilar and at the same time close biological species. Sometimes we find it difficult to understand each other, and misunderstanding is the cause of most problems that arise between us and our dogs. "Beyond the Leash" draws on modern scientific knowledge to show how to understand and be understood by a dog. Like people, dogs receive information from the world around them through the senses - including sight, hearing and smell. Dogs are sensitive to visual signals not only from their relatives, but also from humans: his postures, gestures, movements - body language; they carefully monitor the intonation and tempo of our voice. Dogs are inhabitants of the planet of smells inaccessible to humans, sharing our passion for communication and games. Each dog, like each of us, is a unique individual. “Beyond the Leash” teaches us to observe ourselves and our dogs, use body language and voice. She introduces the social essence of dogs, makes adjustments to previous ideas about the connection between social status and behavior, talks about emotional life, giving a huge number of examples, stories and advice useful to dog lovers, trainers and animal psychologists. This book provides the knowledge necessary in everyday life for all those who live and work with dogs, strive for their understanding and harmony with them.