Dogs have made their mark in a number of subjects, from the Shakespearean stage to Animal-Computer Interaction.
Dogs in History and The Arts
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Cynicism: Philosophy for dogs?
Where being truly human means living like a dog.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Do dogs want to go to heaven?
Have you ever wondered what happens to our pets when they die?
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Level: 1 Introductory
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The Dog of Alcibiades
Getting people to gossip about your dog can be a useful way of distracting them from talking about you!
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Level: 1 Introductory
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English monsters
Dr Tim Hammond takes a look at dogs and the poor on the English Renaissance stage, particularly in Shakespeare's history plays.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Dangerous dogs, dangerous owners
Why bringing about responsible dog ownership cannot come soon enough.
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Level: 1 Introductory
Dogs in Science
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Dogs under the microscope
Dr Mark Hirst delves into Dog DNA to explain where they came from and why there are so many different types.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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The selective breeding of dogs
How does the selective breeding of dogs work? Why are poodles and German Shepherds different? What about designer dogs? This science article explores.
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Level: 1 Introductory
Dogs in Technology
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Animal-Computer Interaction and dogs
Dr Clara Mancini tells us how Animal-Computer Interaction (ACI) is expanding the design of interactive systems beyond the human species.
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Level: 1 Introductory
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Designing interactive systems for dogs
Why is designing interactive systems from a user-centred perspective so important for professional dogs?
Article
Level: 1 Introductory
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Survey about dogs and technology in the home
Share your stories and tell us what kind of technology you would like the OU's Animal-Computer Interaction lab to research and design for your dogs.
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