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 Not just for dogs, but a great manual for teaching anyone August 25, 1998
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Karen Pryor has written a book that has broad appeal. She writes in terms that the lay reader can easily understand without sacrificing one bit of scientific accuracy, and illustrates her points with colorful, memorable and useful examples. I have used this book as an adjunct text for my courses in learning theory for years. Don't Shoot the Dog should be required reading for anyone with a new pup or a new child (or a new job, starting college, etc.)
Helped me practice violin more effectively August 24, 1998
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If you are a practicing musician, the poor "dog" you sometimes feel like shooting is yourself when your practicing isn't going well. This book has changed my entire approach to learning difficult music--I am both a happier person and a better violinist for having read it! Plus the book is delightful to read.
Positive, timely and unexpected re-inforcement = RESULTS July 27, 1998
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I found this to be an excellent well written book. Clear and precise examples of other situations that relate to some of the every day challenges that I face. I have already applied some of what I learned in this book to my relationships w/ my kids, dog, wife and associates. The results have been both immediate and amazing. I recommend this book highly to anyone who is seeking positive change. In fact, I am going to order five additional copies right now for friends and co-workers.
 A good primer for training any animal -- 2 or 4 legged. May 2, 1998
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Karen Pryor writes a very concise, interesting, and humorous book. In it she gives you the basics on shaping behavior. It's a great primer, but don't look to it if you have specific questions. It doesn't tell you how, specifically, to get your dog to stop barking furiously when he's on the leash. It is great, however, for sit, fetch, and other tricks. I wish she would write another, more detailed, more specific book. I really like her school of thought.
Learn to train pets or people March 8, 1998
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Not just a great book for pet training but also for interacting with people. I've used these techniques in management as well as with my dog.
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