The Secret Feelings of Dogs: a Veterinarian Explores the Science of Canine Emotions and Connection

Think you know your dog? Think again.In The Secret Feelings of Dogs, veterinarian Kostas Dimitriadis opens a window into a hidden world — a world where dogs communicate without words, sense what we cannot, and touch hearts in ways science is only beginning to understand.Drawing on decades of experience, Dimitriadis combines veterinary insight, cognitive psychology, and anthrozoology to reveal the extraordinary intelligence, empathy, and emotional depth of our four-legged companions. Through true, humorous, and deeply moving stories, you’ll meet:Rafferty, the Belgian Malinois who sensed his owner’s epileptic episodes before they occurred.Iris, the Irish Setter whose intuition detected blood sugar changes in her human before symptoms appeared.Apollo, the Labrador guarding a war veteran’s sleep, bridging fear and calm.Blaze, the Border Terrier whose instincts saved a family from disaster.Cassie, the therapy dog whose quiet presence eases panic without a single word.Each tale is a testament: dogs are not just intelligent — they are emotionally evolved beings. They read subtle cues, respond to hormonal shifts, and perceive the world in ways we are only beginning to understand. But their greatest magic lies not in science — it lies in the heart: in unconditional love, forgiveness, and the gentle lessons they teach us about being human.With warmth, humor, and scientific clarity, The Secret Feelings of Dogs invites you to see the world through canine eyes. Behind every wag is a message, behind every gaze an emotion, and behind every bark a question:”Will you understand me this time?”This is more than a book for dog lovers. It’s for anyone who wants to connect more deeply, love more fully, and rediscover what empathy truly feels like. Because dogs remind us: love, kindness, and faith are not inventions of humans — they are instincts older than time itself.