Stanley is a professor of psychology at the University of British Columbia. Best known for his internationally best-selling book, "The Intelligence of Dogs", his most recently released book is "How to Speak Dog". Dr. Coren is an instructor with the Vancouver Dog Obedience Training Club. He and his dogs have participated in and have also won many dog obedience trials and competitions held under the auspices of the Canadian Kennel Club. They have also been members of numerous award-winning Precision Dog Obedience Teams.