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A heartwarming and enlightening autobiographical book by a renowned trainer and circus artist about the love for animals, their intelligence, and training based on kindness and understanding.
My Animals (Moi zveri) is one of the most famous and beloved works for children and young people by the Russian and Soviet circus artist, clown, and pioneer of scientific animal training, Vladimir Leonidovich Durov. For generations, this autobiographical collection of stories has delighted readers with its sincerity, warmth, and fascinating insights into the animal world. In this book, through a series of engaging, witty, and instructive episodes, Durov describes his many years of experience working with a wide variety of animals—from dogs, cats, and ferrets to elephants, pigs, and sea lions. Unlike the traditional training methods of the time, which relied on coercion and punishment, Durov developed and advocated for a humane approach based on positive reinforcement, the study of reflexes, and boundless patience and love. The stories recount unusual adventures and mishaps involving his four-legged companions, revealing their surprising intelligence, sensitivity, and loyalty. My Animals is not only an exciting and entertaining book for young readers but also a powerful lesson on the ethical treatment of animals, empathy, and respect for all living beings, encouraging young readers to view nature with eyes full of love and understanding.
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