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Steven Hales: Dogs & Philosophy

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 Explore Our Services Episode Summary In this episode of Dogs in Our World, host Adam Winston explores the intersection of philosophy and canine companionship with Dr. Steven Hales, professor of philosophy at Bloomsburg University and editor of What Philosophy Can Tell You About Your Dog. Together, they unpack how dogs can illuminate timeless philosophical questions—from ethics and epistemology to metaphysics and the philosophy of mind.Can dogs truly be our friends, or is it a different kind of bond? Do they feel guilt, or have they simply evolved behaviors that mimic human emotion? Are dog breeds real categories, or just convenient labels? Through personal stories and deep inquiry, Dr. Hales helps us rethink what it means to live alongside dogs—and what they might teach us about ourselves.Whether you’re new to philosophy or curious about the minds of animals, this episode offers a fresh, accessible lens on how dogs help us grapple with life’s biggest questions. Read on for key takeaways, resource links, and the full transcript. Key Takeaways Dogs as Philosophical GuidesDogs can serve as entry points into complex philosophical ideas, making abstract concepts more relatable and emotionally resonant.Philosophy in Everyday LifeDr. Steven Hales uses everyday experiences with dogs to explore branches of philosophy like ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, and philosophy of mind.Do Dogs Think?Ancient and modern philosophers have debated whether dogs can reason, feel emotions, or possess a sense of self—and what that means for how we treat them.From Automata to ContinuumThe Cartesian view saw animals as automata, but modern thinkers see dogs and humans as part of a shared biological and cognitive continuum.Guilt, Shame, and AnthropomorphismQuestions about guilt, shame, and affection in dogs challenge us to consider whether we’re anthropomorphizing or recognizing genuine emotional behavior.Philosophy in the MundanePersonal stories, like Dr. Hales’ dog Sophie sneaking onto the bed, illustrate how philosophical inquiry can emerge from everyday moments with pets. Resources & Links What Philosophy Can Tell You About Your Dog — Edited by Dr. Steven HalesBloomsburg University Philosophy Department — https://www.bloomu.edu/academics/colleges/liberal-arts/philosophyDogs in Our World Podcast Feed — https://dogsinourworld.com/feed/podcast/Contact Us — https://dogsinourworld.com/contact AmazonYouTubeDiscordRSS FeedGoogleInstagramLinkedInSpotifyTikTokTwitch Episode Transcript Show Transcript Part 1: Dogs, Minds, and the Roots of Philosophy S1 E03: Dogs and Philosophy Adam: Dogs help me grasp difficult subjects. They also give me the confidence that I need to conquer challenges. The only way I have been able to confidently approach the world of philosophy, and maybe understand some of it, is by looking to domestic dogs as examples. Adam: Since this show is about meeting experts and getting answers from the source, I searched the Internet for someone who could teach us about dogs and philosophy. With the help of my old philosophy professor in Philadelphia, I found this guy … Adam: Dr. Steven Hales is a professor of philosophy at Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania. He edited a collection called What Philosophy Can Tell You About Your Dog, published by Open Court. Adam: Dr. Hales believes philosophy has something to say about many areas people are interested in, even if they don’t realize it. Whether it’s dogs, cats, or drinking beer, philosophy can illuminate aspects of everyday life and bring ideas out of the ivory tower. Adam: With Dr. Hales’ help, we’re bringing a bit of Philosophy 101 to the world of dogs. If you’ve never taken a philosophy class or want to revisit the subject with a fresh approach, let’s see how dogs can help teach us something new. Adam: Our experiences with dogs as pets and companions offer an avenue to reflect on philosophical issues. For example, can dogs genuinely be our friends, or is it a different kind of relationship? Do we have special obligations to our own dogs that we don’t have to others? Do dogs truly feel affection, or have they evolved to imitate behaviors that help them live well with humans? Adam: Dr. Hales made me think a lot about dogs and philosophy. It’s been difficult to share everything he taught me in just one episode. As usual, I like to start at the beginning. Adam: When many people think about philosophy, they think of classic philosophers like Plato and Confucius. I asked Dr. Hales if any of those early thinkers ever mentioned dogs. Steven: There was some ancient discussion about whether dogs could reason logically. Not so much about dog minds or ethics, but whether they could use logical reasoning. For example, if a dog is chasing a rabbit and the trail splits, does the dog reason that the rabbit isn’t down one path and therefore must be down the other? Adam: Rene Descartes, a 17th-century French scientist, mathematician, and ...
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