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Oh Behave!: Dogs from Pavlov to Premack to Pinker Kindle Edition

by Jean Donaldson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 71 ratings
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Oh Behave!: Dogs from Pavlov to Premack to Pinker by Jean Donaldson, highlights key concepts in the areas of: Behavior, Training, Behavior Problems, Fear & Anxiety, Aggression, Genetics and Evolution.
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    Dogwise Publishing
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    April 7, 2008
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    727 KB
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Jean treats every conceivable problem a dog might have...at both a practical and theoretical level. You will know what to do, and why you should do it, covering both major methods of training operant conditioning and classical conditioning. In a book centered on the behavior of dogs, an unexpected treat are the nuggets of neurotransmitters and genes. In a few lucid strokes, Jean brings you up to date on these timely subjects. If you find yourself with a free afternoon, you might drive to the nearest college, and take a final in advanced psychology, and gain credits toward your graduation! --David Premack, Ph.D., author, Professor Emeritus, University of Pennsylvania

About the Author

Author Jean Donaldson has over 30 years experience in dog behavior and training. As the Founder and Director of the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers, Jean leads a new generation of dog trainers to a better understanding of the research and science of canine behavior. Jean’s award-winning book, The Culture Clash, is a pivotal book in the dog trainer’s library. She is also featured in Fighting Dominance in a Dog Whispering World DVD, Perfect Paws in 5 Days DVD, and Predation in Family Dogs DVD. Jean lives in the San Francisco area with her Chow, Buffy. Visit www.jeandonaldson.com to keep up to date with Jean and her work.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0037CI7N0
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dogwise Publishing (April 7, 2008)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 7, 2008
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 727 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 266 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1929242522
  • Customer Reviews:
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Author Jean Donaldson has over 30 years experience in dog behavior and training and is the Founder and Director of the San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers. Jean’s award winning books include The Culture Clash and Oh Behave! She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her Chow, Buffy. Visit www.jeandonaldson.com to keep up to date with Jean and her work.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Zach
5.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed this.....
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2014
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I liked the format of the book a lot. It was a bit of a change up from all of the "How to" books I have, and provided a lot of great insight to different issues in dog training. This is NOT a "How To" book by any means but it does have some instruction on how to do certain things with your dog's behavior. I would highly suggest this to anyone that really likes learning about learning theory and behavior issues. I would NOT recommend it for someone looking for step by step procedures.
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Chris T.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book from a knowledgeable author
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2015
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Jean Donaldson is one of my favorite dog training gurus. She doesn't disappoint with this book. It's well written, infused with light humor and packed with facts and experiences from her clients' cases.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2016
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Jean Donaldson is a wonderful author, and it's so much fun to read her essays!
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Johanna Humbert
4.0 out of 5 stars Oh Behave! -- Okay!
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2008
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Donaldson's essays on dog behavior are excellent reading. She backs up her assertions with solid science, and if the science is too much for you, skip that paragraph and go on to her interpretations! Her understanding of animal behavior is deep and she shares interesting facts not only about dogs, but other members of the animal kingdom.

Have a specific problem? The later chapters are responses to people's issues with their dogs and provide sensible advice for working them out.
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LC Collins
5.0 out of 5 stars Useful Insights
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2008
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For those of us who are fascinated by our dog's behavior, this is a good resource. Understanding behavior makes training, and just everyday activities, much easier and more enjoyable.
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Kirby Ray Hills
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2015
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great item. just as described. shipping was great.
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Wendy Loves Pets
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book for dipping into for any dog lover
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2012
I have an interest in dog behaviour generally and found this book a fascinating read. Excellent for reading an essay or two on a plane or the train to work. I love Jean's witty style and easy explanations. She provides fascinating insights into all the much-talked about concepts of the moment. I would highly recommend it for any dog lover. Brilliant birthday or Christmas present.
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Debra Millikan
5.0 out of 5 stars More shared insights
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2008
Once more Donaldson gives insights that have a light bulb "on" feeling. Sure, much of what she says here we have all heard before but every now and then long lost thoughts are brought back and different perspectives presented.

The chapter on observtion vs interpretation alone is worth the price of the book. If only all dog trainers and pet guardians could read this chapter and stop labelling behaviour, maybe more successful outcomes would ensue.

No matter how many years you have been training, you cannot read a book by Donaldson without discovering something new and interesting. A great reminder and refresher read.
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Cee Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars Sorts the nitty from the gritty
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2020
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JD sorts out the grey areas in this book: eg, instances where negative punishment can bleed into positive punishment. Eg putting your dog in time out (-P) (removal of social access, for bad behavior) can be +P if the dog finds this distressing (rather than simply frustrating).

Also: she explains the freq misused term 'positive only'. If you are allowing then stopping a pleasurable event, you are using +R AND negative punishment. -P doesn't mean using aversives (pain/fear) ... it is the removal of something pleasurable.

Great book for the advanced civilian, or Behavior students
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Monika Cichosz
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and informative
Reviewed in Canada on November 29, 2015
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This was a very informative book, clearly explained and elaborated, and the author discussed a variety of interesting issues, many of them relevant to dogs with behaviour problems. I'd recommend this book to those looking for a more substantial read about dog behaviour that includes technical and origin/genetic/nurture explanations and interventions.
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Sharon Newman
5.0 out of 5 stars Very easy to understand and extremely well written.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 22, 2022
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Extremely informative and lots of information, highly reccomend.
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Patricia
4.0 out of 5 stars A bit "serious", but a helpful read alongside others of a more chatty style.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2019
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Just added it to my library!
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Jessica
5.0 out of 5 stars Did not disappoint
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 20, 2016
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Great book! Donaldson's writing style is both informative and funny, making this an ideal read for newbies to positive reinforcement and professionals alike.
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