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There are lots of Reference Materials available
from a variety of publishers. These are some that we heartily
recommend.
Redfern offers some books to Students at 10% to 25% or more below
suggested retail prices ("SRP"). All
sales are subject to PA Sales Tax.
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The
Ultimate Puppy Toolkit is a comprehensive guide
to help new puppy owners to make the most of the first
weeks and months. It covers the stages of growth
with attention to socialization, prevention, games,
junior obedience, and house training. $17.00
(SRP $20.00) For more
detailed information, see the
Ultimate Puppy Toolkit web page.
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The Dog Behavior Answer Book, by
Arden Moore. Practical Insights & Proven Solutions
for Your Canine Questions. Helps you to understand
what your dog is trying to tell you, and what he's
thinking. Available from most bookstores and from
Dogwise.com |
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The Dog's Mind, by Bruce Fogle.
This is a fascinating book that explains how dogs
perceive the world, how they see, hear, learn and relate
to owners. Available from most bookstores and from
Dogwise. |
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Don't Shoot the Dog, by Karen
Pryor, is one of the classics on the subject of Clicker
Training. Includes methods of getting rid of all
sorts of undesirable behavior, affection training, and
even ways to deal with behavior problems in humans.
Available from most bookstores and from
Dogwise. |
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Fifteen Tips for Getting Started with
the Clicker, by Karen Prior. Available for
printing from her
Website. See also a list of
Clicker Training Terms in her Glossary. |
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Clicker Training for Dogs. by
Karen Pryor. A basic introduction to clicker
training -- positive reinforcement training, based on
operant conditioning.. Available from most
bookstores and from
Dogwise. |
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The Third Way, Articles 1-17, by
Chris Bach. "The Next Generation in Reinforcement
Training", using reinforcers, without corrections or
domination of the dog. Available from most
bookstores and from
Dogwise. |
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Before & After You Get Your
Puppy, by Ian Dunbar. How to select the
right puppy, plus crucial lessons a puppy must be taught
during its impressionable early development.
Available from most bookstores and from
Dogwise. |
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On Talking Terms with Dogs:
Calming Signals, by Turid Rugaas. Turid Rugaas
is a noted expert on canine body language.
"Calming Signals" are signals dogs give to other dogs
and humans to denote stress and to attempt to defuse
situations that otherwise might result in fights or
aggression. Available from most bookstores and
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Dogwise. |
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visit the Redfern
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