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How Dogs Learn
"...this book should be on every animal trainer's bookshelf for future reference. How Dogs Learn covers the content of an undergraduate course in learning and behavior, but the examples are taken from dog training it is practical and very useful without sacrificing scientific and technical accuracy." --Jack Michael, PhD, Department of Psychology, Western Michigan University How Dogs Learn explore the fascinating science of operant conditioning, where science and dog training meet. How Dogs Learn explains the basic principles of behavior and how they can be used to teach your dog new skills, diagnose problems and eliminate unwanted behaviors. It's for anyone who wants to better understand the learning process in dogs. Every concept is laid out clearly and precisely, and its relevance to your dog and how you train is explained. A Howell Dog Book of Distinction
Ethics for Behavior Analysts
Behavior analysis, a rapidly growing profession, began with the use and application of conditioning and learning techniques to modify the behavior of children or adults presenting severe management problems, often because of developmental disabilities. Now behavior analysts work in a variety of settings, from clinics and schools to workplaces. Especially since their practice often involves aversive stimuli or punishment, they confront many special ethical challenges. Recently, the Behavior Analysis Certification Board codified a set of ten fundamental ethical guidelines to be followed by all behavior analysts and understood by all students and trainees seeking certification. This book shows ...
How to Think Like a Behavior Analyst
How to Think Like a Behavior Analyst is a revolutionary resource for understanding complex human behavior and making potentially significant quality of life improvements. Behavior analysts offer a worldview of the human condition different than almost any other professional perspective. To a behavior analyst, human behavior is largely learned and subject to change if the right variables are put into play. This is an empowering outlook, providing an opportunity for individuals to analyze the actions of those around them and an understanding of why others exhibit such behavior. Practical, clear, and direct, this book addresses basic questions such as how behavior analysis is different from psy...
Citizen Canine
The Canine Good Citizen program was created by the American Kennel Club to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. Written by the respected dog experts at the American Kennel Club (the very same organization that designed the test), Citizen Canine will help dog owner easily maneuver through the program's 10-step curriculum, stressing responsible pet ownership and basic good manners for dogs. With the valuable information found in this helpful guide, your dog will pass the Canine Good Citizen test with flying colors and qualify for a certificate of
Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis
This text covers all the elements of single-subject research design and provides practical information for designing, implementing and evaluating studies.
Meet the Lab
Meet the Lab is the first official publication endorsed by the world's leading authority on purebred dogs, the American Kennel Club (AKC) devoted to America's most popular dog, the Labrador Retriever. As the AKC's number-one breed in registration statistics for twenty consecutive years, the Labrador Retriever reigns as America's top companion breed, though the breed's superb athleticism has led it to excel as a hunting and competition dog as well.. Eleven chapters detail the history, characteristics, and special requirements for owning this active Sporting breed, heavily illustrated with beautiful color images of puppies and adults. A chapter devoted to the purchase and selection of the Lab ...
Rhodesian Ridgeback
The experts at Kennel Club Books present the world's largest series of breed-specific canine care books. Each critically acclaimed Comprehensive Owner's Guide covers everything from breed standards to behavior, from training to health and nutrition. With nearly 200 titles in print, this series is sure to please the fancier of even the rarest breed!
25 Essential Skills & Strategies for the Professional Behavior Analyst
Jon Bailey and Mary Burch present five basic skills and strategy areas that behavior analysts need to acquire. This book is organized around those five basic skill and strategy areas, with a total of 25 specific skills presented within those areas. No behavior analyst, whether seasoned or beginning, should skip this book.
The Culinary Canine
More and more dog owners are beginning to cook for their dogs, not only as a special treat, but also for everyday meals. It is a healthier, safer alternative to store-bought dog food. But what about gourmet chefs? Do they cook for their favorite canines, too? Of course they do! The authors of Culinary Canine have interviewed the top chefs of the nation and asked them what their dogs' favorite dishes are. Colorful photographs and delicious recipes accompany each interview, and the reader is given an inside view into a dog's life with a master of the kitchen. Culinary Canine not only allows readers a peek into the life of a chef's best friend, but also gives them a chance to be gourmet chefs for their own pampered pooches. There are thirty easy to follow recipes included in the book. Each chef gives their favorite recipe for their dog.
Caring for Your Horse
Now updated and expanded, The Horse Illustrated Guide to Caring for Your Horse covers all the fundamentals of horse care from diet and health care to tacking and trailering your horse. Complete with step-by-step instructions, countless tips, full-color photos, and easy-to-use glossary, this book takes the guesswork out of caring for your horse. Owning a horse is every little boy or little girl's dream. For some it has come true, but caring for your horse requires knowledge and experience. Owning a horse can be a beautiful experience if you have all the information you need. Training a horse can be tricky as horses can be extremely temperamental and each horse presents its own set of issues and problems, but this method makes training as easy as possible. Horses require special diets in order for them to be as healthy as possible. Details are here on the appropriate meals for your horse, especially if they require extra or special nutrition. Also included are a variety of riding tips and advice for young riders.
