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5.0 out of 5 starsVery highly recommended
BySBPon May 10, 2017
As a professional zoo animal trainer, I have given and recommended this book to dozens of people. In the zoo community we train animals with this method of operant conditioning, which is more ethical and effective than the traditional training that the vast majority of dog and horse trainers use. This book is one of the gold standards. It is very easy to read and understand, and covers a lot of ground. It does delve into some of the quirks and harder parts of animal training, but in an accessible way. It also provides examples of training a behavior using different methods. For anyone wanting to train their pets, or understand a positive reinforcement system of training for animals or even humans, this is a must-read.
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3.0 out of 5 starsJust ok
Bymegs2on February 26, 2014
I had to read this for a veterinary science class as we were learning to clicker train. It was definitely helpful but I feel like some of the things were a little outdated. If you really want to learn to clicker train I would recommend this book but I didn't find clicker training to be much better than regular positive reinforcement training.
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As a professional zoo animal trainer, I have given and recommended this book to dozens of people. In the zoo community we train animals with this method of operant conditioning, which is more ethical and effective than the traditional training that the vast majority of dog and horse trainers use. This book is one of the gold standards. It is very easy to read and understand, and covers a lot of ground. It does delve into some of the quirks and harder parts of animal training, but in an accessible way. It also provides examples of training a behavior using different methods. For anyone wanting to train their pets, or understand a positive reinforcement system of training for animals or even humans, this is a must-read.
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5.0 out of 5 starsMy friend who's a police & service dog trainer recommended this & Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson to me ...
Byreyjitsu02on December 7, 2016
My friend who's a police & service dog trainer recommended this & Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson to me after I told her I'm getting my first dog. I'm glad I read this book before I read Culture Clash by Jean Donaldson! Karen Pryor did an excellent job explaining learning theory & behaviorism to a complete novice like me. I even started applying some of her ideas in my daily life in trying not to be so hard on myself when I'm sucking at sports.
I would highly recommend this to everyone, not just dog people.
I would highly recommend this to everyone, not just dog people.
ByJohn McConnellon January 17, 2017
Amazing book! Probably should be required reading for almost anyone. The title of the book is a little deceiving but the subtitle says it all. Teaching and training is beneficial on both ends of the stick, so to speak. The trainer as well as the trained share a mutual learning experience. This book has TONS of tricks and tactics as well as real life stories to match the science. Not only will you learn how to train a dog (or a chicken) but you will learn about communication with all other things and the push-pull we have in everyday life. Buy this book and read it now! Your life pretty much depends on it.
ByWolfgang K Brueggemannon June 19, 2018
This is the first book I buy not just for New dog trainers but for all animal trainers. Good beginning guide book for all. Works on wives too
ByOscaron June 26, 2013
Great information from the best trainer out there!! She is the OG, how can you go wrong?! Easy, quick read. Tells you how to love and understand your dog and work with them in a way that works best for them, you and the two of you. Dogs are ready to soak up knowledge and praise and attention and love and structure... it's what they crave in life. Now, we just all need to get on the same page and learn how to give them what they need and in turn get what we crave, unconditional love and companionship.
ByPhilip Nowerson December 27, 2016
Excellent primer on the field of training/learning by positive reinforcement behavior modification. Not the "newest kid on the block" but worth reading. Author is a pioneer animal trainer. Some very solid material here. Reads easily.
ByK. C. Hon July 29, 2017
As a dog trainer, I read the first addition of this nearly 10 years ago, and recommend anyone who has interests in dogs or behavior in general, read this.
ByCMcCookon March 30, 2017
This is long time favorite of mine and is a must read for all dog trainers. I love it so much I gave my copy away and needed a replacement. This one came in excellent condition and arrived early.
ByDog Ladyon February 4, 2014
Karen Pryor's classic book on training dogs. Although I do not agree with her 100% she knows her stuff and has researched the science of training dogs and other animals. The book relies heavily on her training dolphins but is useful for training any animal according to this method. Every dog trainer needs to at least read this to see what they do not know and to see how animals learn!
ByKJon June 3, 2013
OK... I don't own a dog. Honestly I bought this book to help me to deal with my teenage daughter! Seriously! My sister bought the book to train her small, very smart, out of control dog (because her dog trainer recommended it) and as she was reading it she realized that it might help ME. LOVE IT! Just started reading it but already I am applying what I've learned... and it's working!
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