Handbook of Applied Dog Behaviour and Training: Principles of Behavioural Adaption and Learning v.1: Principles of Behavioural Adaption and Learning Vol 1

Handbook of Applied Dog Behaviour and Training: Principles of Behavioural Adaption and Learning v.1: Principles of Behavioural Adaption and Learning Vol 1

by StevenR.Lindsay (Author), VictoriaLeaVoith (Foreword)

Synopsis

Designed for veterinarians, animal scientists, dog owners, trainers, consultants and counsellors, this reference and handbook concerns positive, humane management and control of dogs. Reflecting the author's extensive work with dogs, the book provides thorough explanations of topics and proven behavioural strategies that have been designed, tested and used by the author. More than 50 figures and tables illustrate this contribution to dog behaviour, training and learning.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 410
Edition: Volume One
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 01 May 2000

ISBN 10: 0813807549
ISBN 13: 9780813807546

Media Reviews
The most valuable publication about dogs since Scott andFuller's classic text, Genetics and the Social Behavior of the Dog, published in 1965.

Victoria Lea Voith, President, American Vetirinary Society ofAnimal Behavior

The objective of giving a scientific account of all aspectsof learning in dogs has been accomplished to a very high degree.... No other comparable scientific texts are available.

Andrew Luescher, Director, Animal Behavior Clinic, School ofVeterinary Medicine, Purdue University

Author Bio
Steven R. Lindsay, MA, is a dog behavior consultant and trainer in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, area, where he teaches handling, training, and behavior modification based on ethological principles. He also conducts seminars and is the author of numerous articles. Mr. Lindsay evaluated, handled, and trained highly skilled dogs for the U.S. military.