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Excel-Erated Learning : Explaining in Plain English How Dogs Learn and How Best to Teach Them
Pamela J. Reid Ph.D.
(James&Kenneth)

Great news for those of you who have wanted to read a book that explains animal learning in a manner that is easily understood and entertaining. With the freedom of understanding 'how your dog learns' comes the ability of making the process easy, efficient and enjoyable for your dog. You'll be in a position to excel-erate your dog's learning! Agility enthusiast, obedience competitor and psychologist Dr. Pamela Reid introduces you to cutting-edge scientific techniques in dog training including, autoshaping retrieval (i.e., letting the dog train itself), and 'errorless discrimination learning' for teaching scent articles and directed jumping. The combination of a relaxed writing style and numerous examples that relate to dog training makes learning theory actually fun to learn.

Culture Clash
Jean Donaldson
(James&Kenneth)

The Culture Clash is special. Written in Jean's inimitably informal yet precise lecture style, the book races along on par with a good thriller. The Culture Clash depicts dogs as they really are - stripped of their Hollywood fluff, with their loveable 'can I eat it, chew it, urinate on it, what's in it for me' philosophy. Jean's tremendous affection for dogs shines through at all times, as does her keen insight into the dog's mind. Relentlessly she champions the dog's point of view, always showing concern for their education and well being. Without a doubt, Jean's book is the hottest doggy item on the market. Best Training Book Of The Year! (Maxwell Award)

Dogs Are From Neptune
Jean Donaldson
(James&Kenneth)

Reviews

Newsletter of the Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers
"Must-reading for the serious trainer or behaviorist."

Whole Dog Journal
"Written with the engaging, humorous language that is Donaldson's trademark, and contains a wealth of information based on positive training methods." Carolyn Clark, owner, Center for

Applied Canine Behavior
"Donaldson's discussions are objective and detailed and she gives a wealth of planned programs to understand and solve even the most serious dog problems. Neptune should be in every trainer's library."

Daniel Tambourine, owner, Training With Tambourine
"Neptune has it all: intelligence, brilliance and passion..."

The Dog Who Loved Too Much : Tales, Treatments, and the Psychology of Dogs
Nicholas Dodman Ph.D.
(Bantam Books)

Dogs Behaving Badly : An A-To-Z Guide to Understanding and Curing Behavioral Problems in Dogs
Nicholas Dodman Ph.D.
(Bantam Books)

Written with wit, wisdom, and compassion, this easy--to--use A--to--Z reference is a godsend for dog
owners and prospective dog owners.

Dr. Nicholas Dodman, expert animal psychologist and acclaimed author of The Dog Who Loved Too
Much, gets us inside the minds of our pets to learn what makes them do the crazy things they do.

From aggression to zoonosis and just about everything in between, Dr. Dodman draws on case histories
from his own practice at the prestigious Tufts University Veterinary Center and offers fresh and incredibly
useful tips that apply the latest discoveries in canine behaviorism and pharmacology. Here are simple,
sensible, step-by-step instructions on diet, exercise, environment, and lifestyle changes that any pet owner
can safely implement to effect seemingly miraculous improvement in their dog's behavior. Authoritative,
entertaining, and immensely practical, Dr. Dodman proves that when it comes to caring for man's best
friend, he's the best friend we have.

Don't Shoot The Dog: The New Art of Teaching and Training
Karen Pryor
(Bantam Books)

A Better Way to Better Behavior Karen Pryor's clear and entertaining explanation of behavioral training methods made Don't Shoot the Dog! a bestselling classic. Now this revised edition presents more of her insights into animal--and human--behavior. A groundbreaking behavioral scientist and dynamic animal trainer, Karen Pryor is a powerful proponent of the principles and practical uses of positive reinforcement in teaching new behaviors.

Here are the secrets of changing behavior in pets, kids--even yourself--without yelling, threats, force, punishment, guilt trips...or shooting the dog: The principles of the revolutionary "clicker training" method, which owes its phenomenal success to its immediacy of response--so there is no question what action you are rewarding 8 methods of ending undesirable habits--from furniture-clawing cats to sloppy roommates The 10 laws of "shaping" behavior--for results without strain or pain through "affection training"

Tips for house-training the dog, improving your tennis game, or dealing with an impossible teen Explorations of exciting new uses for reinforcement training Learn why pet owners rave, "This book changed our lives!" and how these pioneering techniques can work for you too.