Pryor, Karen
Don't Shoot the Dog: The Art of Teaching and Training
- ISBN 13:
- 9781982106461
- author:
- Pryor, Karen
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 21.1 x 13.7 x 2 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Personality,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Karen Pryor's groundbreaking book offers a revolutionary approach to improving behavior, explaining how reinforcement can be used to achieve desired results in various situations. By applying the principles outlined in "Don't Shoot the Dog", you can transform your interactions with others and tackle challenging problems, such as managing a difficult spouse or housebreaking a pet. The book reveals eight methods for putting an end to undesirable behavior and ten laws of "shaping" behavior, providing a comprehensive guide to behavioral training. With practical advice on topics like house training, improving your tennis game, and managing your cat's behavior, Pryor helps you combat your own addictions and deal with difficult problems.