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K9 Behavior Basics

A Manual for Proven Success in Operational Service Dog Training

Resi Gerritsen author Ruud Haak author Simon Prins author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Brush Education Inc

Published:26th Jan '17

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Understand dog behavior to work with, not against, your K9 s instincts. Learn how to: Recognize and interpret your K9 s expressions, gestures and signals. Use operant conditioning to efficiently and humanely train K9s. Plan and execute effective K9 training programs for search and detection, patrol, remote guided camera, attack, and more. The art and science of training police, military and other service dogs continue to evolve as we learn more about dog behavior. In this revised edition of "K9 Behavior Basics," expert dog trainers Dr. Resi Gerritsen, Ruud Haak and Simon Prins share the essentials every trainer needs to know about these advances in K9 training. You ll learn how to successfully implement or improve your dogs training programs using operant conditioning. The authors outline key concepts in dog behavior and communication and provide practical approaches to operant conditioning. They share proven techniques and solid advice from their more than thirty years of specialized K9 experience. Whether you re just starting out or are a seasoned pro staying up-to-date, "K9 Behavior Basics" has something for you. Get a free ebook through the Shelfie app with the purchase of a print copy."

The chapter [on physical punishment] offered good arguments against the use of harsh methods some completely new to me and eminently usable outside of the service dog world. - Canis bonus"

ISBN: 9781550594515

Dimensions: 213mm x 137mm x 15mm

Weight: 500g

240 pages

2nd Revised edition