Animal Training
Successful Animal Management Through Positive Reinforcement
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A trainer and consultant for nearly 40 years, Ken Ramirez is a respected leader in the animal training field. In his bestselling work, he has curated nearly 600 pages of what he considers the best papers, articles, and presentations on reinforcement-based training, each offering valuable insights. This compilation allows readers to delve into the theories and protocols of reinforcement-based training, applicable to various animals, from dogs to elephants and killer whales. Contributors include the Baileys, ClickerExpo faculty, scientists, graduate students, dog and dolphin trainers, zoo behaviorists, and Ramirez himself. The text frequently references Karen Pryor’s work and her influential book, Don’t Shoot the Dog. This resource serves as both entertaining bedside reading for training enthusiasts and a vital reference for serious students of operant conditioning. Many articles feature data, graphs, training logs, and comprehensive references, enhancing the reader's understanding of the subject. Overall, this collection is a significant contribution to the field, offering a wealth of knowledge and practical insights for anyone interested in animal training.
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Animal Training, Ken Ramirez
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- Année de publication
- 1999
- Reliure
- (souple)
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- Titre
- Animal Training
- Sous-titre
- Successful Animal Management Through Positive Reinforcement
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Ken Ramirez
- Éditeur
- Shedd Aquarium Society
- Publié
- 1999
- Format
- souple
- Pages
- 578
- ISBN10
- 0961107499
- ISBN13
- 9780961107499
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Manuels et guides, Animaux, Science, Chiens, Entraînement, Éducation des animaux
- Description
- A trainer and consultant for nearly 40 years, Ken Ramirez is a respected leader in the animal training field. In his bestselling work, he has curated nearly 600 pages of what he considers the best papers, articles, and presentations on reinforcement-based training, each offering valuable insights. This compilation allows readers to delve into the theories and protocols of reinforcement-based training, applicable to various animals, from dogs to elephants and killer whales. Contributors include the Baileys, ClickerExpo faculty, scientists, graduate students, dog and dolphin trainers, zoo behaviorists, and Ramirez himself. The text frequently references Karen Pryor’s work and her influential book, Don’t Shoot the Dog. This resource serves as both entertaining bedside reading for training enthusiasts and a vital reference for serious students of operant conditioning. Many articles feature data, graphs, training logs, and comprehensive references, enhancing the reader's understanding of the subject. Overall, this collection is a significant contribution to the field, offering a wealth of knowledge and practical insights for anyone interested in animal training.