Dogs are uniquely tuned to human behaviour. They perform many roles for people. Italian dogs have used their intelligence to adapt to a different way of living than Australian dogs. Maxine Smith examines these dogs and how they have adapted to their roles.
Exhibition Opening 6pm 25 May 2018
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