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INTRODUCTION
Dogs are, of course "man's best friend," known for their loyalty. The domestic dog (Canis familiaris) is the most numerous carnivore on Earth. Dogs have lived with humans for as long as we can remember and they have formed a strong relationship with us. Dogs come in a range of widely different shapes, sizes and colors and perform many tasks for us, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protecting us, keeping us company and helping people with disabilities. Their marvelous sense of smell, sight, and hearing allow them to outperform humans in many areas.
Spending just half an hour with your dog can help you feel calmer and more relaxed, reducing stress and increasing happiness. Playing with your dog increases your brain's levels of dopamine and serotonin, both of which give a feeling of pleasure and tranquillity. Having a dog also improves your physical wellbeing and encourages a healthy lifestyle — your dog requires daily exercise, and so do you!
Dogs are intelligent creatures with a loyalty to their "human" that can be unexpectedly strong. They also bond with you and can sense your body language and emotions and feelings, and this helps to build an unbreakable relationship. Like their arch-enemy, cats, dogs are individuals, each with its own personality and character. No two dogs are the same, and as you live with them, you quickly learn to detect their moods and opinions. Yes, they have a few "bad habits," but so do their human owners, and you learn to love their imperfections because they are such good company.
In the world of origami, there are many, many dogs, representing a wide range of species. While you can model a specific type of dog (in this book we have a Bulldog, a Scotty Dog and an Alsatian), it's also possible to make a generic "dog" that everyone recognizes as such. As with most origami designs, these models allow you to make a large number of variations by adjusting angles and distances. There is an amazing range of paper patterns to try, although you shouldn't overlook plain paper — please experiment; there are no "rules" and paper is cheap.
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