- Paperback: 187 pages
- Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group; Reissue edition (1 April 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0553253883
- ISBN-13: 978-0553253887
- Product Dimensions: 17 x 10.7 x 1.5 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (46 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 508,217 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"Whatever the task, whether keeping a four-year-old quiet in public, housebreaking a puppy, coaching a team, or memorizing a poem, it will go fast, and better, and be more fun, if you know how to use reinforcement."--Karen Pryor.
Now Karen Pryor clearly explains the underlying principles of behavioral training and through numerous fascinating examples reveals how this art can be applied to virtually any common situation. And best of all, she tells how to do it without yelling threats, force, punishment, guilt trips--or shooting the dog. 8 methods for putting an end to all kinds of undesirable behavior. The 10 laws of "shaping" behavior--for results without strain or pain through "affection training." How to combat your own addictions to alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, overheating or whatever, how to deal with such difficult problems as a moody spouse, an impossible teen, or an aged parent. Plus. . .House training the dog, improving your tennis game, keeping the cat off the table, and much more!
Now Karen Pryor clearly explains the underlying principles of behavioral training and through numerous fascinating examples reveals how this art can be applied to virtually any common situation. And best of all, she tells how to do it without yelling threats, force, punishment, guilt trips--or shooting the dog. 8 methods for putting an end to all kinds of undesirable behavior. The 10 laws of "shaping" behavior--for results without strain or pain through "affection training." How to combat your own addictions to alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, overheating or whatever, how to deal with such difficult problems as a moody spouse, an impossible teen, or an aged parent. Plus. . .House training the dog, improving your tennis game, keeping the cat off the table, and much more!
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69 of 69 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I came to this book in a roundabout way, having bought Amy Sutherland's book 'Kicked, bitten and scratched', about the work of exotic animal trainers. This was cited as a source, and I thought that it would be interesting to find out more about the subject of animal training, and perhaps it's application to humans! I must admit that I was put off by some of the more negative or dismissive reviews posted. However this proved to be a wonderful, extraordinary book. First thing to get straight, despite the title, it is NOT just about dogs. This book is about training techniques that apply generally, whether the subject is a dog, cat, mouse, bird, dolphin, elephant, teenager, spouse or colleague. I am not a pet owner, nor an exotic animal trainer, yet I am now applying the techniques described at work (as a family doctor and GP educator), and at home. The book describes techniques of positive (and negative) reinforcement in training new behaviour, or ending unwanted behaviour. It makes the point very clear that punishment is a fruitless way of trying to shape behaviour. 'Don't shoot the dog' is written in a style that is clear, concise and intelligent; and for good measure it is peppered with animal-training anecdoes that made me laugh out loud. As a measure of effectiveness, my teenage son responded (after positive reinforcement of some good behaviour) "Dad, after 14 years, your rating as a father has just gone off the scale!". Enough said.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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A fantastic book not just for dog training but for motivating anyone (husbands, kids, cats and so on) it really explains why positive reinforcement is the only way to train. I have re-read it a number of times and recommend it more than any other book I've ever read. Every bookshelf should have a copy!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This book was recommended by my dog obedience teacher. In addition to helping me to understand the philosophy and methods behind positive reinforcement (Clicker) dog training, I was able to learn a lot about myself and the world around me. This book should be required reading for teachers, coaches, managers, and of course pet owners.
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This book is absolutely amazing. I feel it should be a compulsory read for every dog owner. Karen Pryor is amazing in her approach and has put it into terms everyone can... Read more
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Well explained & easy to read
This book was recommended to me by a friend with regards to using positive reinforcement with my 3 year old daughter and I really enjoyed reading it. Read more
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brilliant introduction to the principles behind positive reinforcement.
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Published 9 months ago by Linda Olsen
Don't Shoot the Dog - brilliant!
I am very much enjoying gaining a better understanding about learning. Not just about dogs!! Very, very interesting stuff that everyone should know.
Published 12 months ago by A Possibilian
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This book will give the reader a perspective about reinforcing the behaviour of another person or animal. written in a light hearted anecdotal way it is an easy read. Read more
Published 12 months ago by B. Coulter
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Fabulous book,have read it twice now. Gives great insight into simple but effective training. Don't Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training
Published 14 months ago by Poochiem
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Absolutly brilliant book. The title is misleading, you can train anything with this book. If this book was compulsary reading it would make the world so much easier to live in, I... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mr. N. J. Benger
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