Written by Karen Pryor this best selling classic ia a clear and helpful book for anyone who wants to understand or change the behaviour of an animal. This revised edition presents more of her insights into animal - and human - behaviour. Here are the secrets of using positive reinforcement to change behaviour in pets kids - even yourself - without yelling threats force punishment guilt trips... or shooting the dog: the principles of the revolutionary clicker training method; eight methods of ending undesirable habits - from furniture clawing cats to sloppy room-mates; the ten laws of 'shaping' behaviour; tips for house-training the dog improving your tennis game or dealing with an impossible teenager; exciting new uses for reinforcement training. Learn why pet owners rave: 'This book changed our lives!'
Taking on a puppy is a big responsibility and this superbly illustrated guide is an indispensable handbook for all those who want to learn how to train and to care for the family dog. The authors have spent a lifetime working with dogs in films and on television as well as training their dogs for obedience competitions and for farm work. Topics in the book include: early lessons diet and exercise health care socialisation training exercises - by John and Mary Holmes