Case Linda P. Canine and Feline Behavior and Training: A Complete Guide to Understanding our Two Best Friends

Delmar Cengage Learning, 2010. — 353 p. — ISBN: 978-1-4283-1053-7.This book provides a comprehensive overview of the most critical components of a successful human-animal relationship and provides a framework to understand the behavior, communication patterns, and learning techniques that govern social interactions. Well-researched and accessible, Canine and Feline Behavior: A Complete Guide to Understanding Our Two Best Friends is an application-based resource to encourage effective training and behavior modification programs for both dogs and cats. Coverage begins with a foundation of evolutionary histories and domestication, focusing on normal communication and social behavior patterns. Learning theory is then presented in the context of real-world relevance to companion animal care, behavior prevention, training, and modification. Finally, common behavior problems and approaches to managing these issues are discussed, making this an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand more about their dogs and cats.Domestication, Social Behavior, and Communication
The Beginning of the Friendship – Domestication.
Behavior through the Life Cycle: Newborns to Seniors.
Social Behavior and Communication in Dogs and Cats.
How Dogs and Cats Learn – Training Techniques and Practical Applications
How Dogs and Cats Learn: Principles of Learning Theory.
Practical Applications: Training and Behavior Modification Techniques.
Training and Problem Prevention for Puppies and Kittens.
Teaching Dogs and Cats Desirable Behaviors and Good Manners.
Understanding and Solving Common Behavior Problems
Elimination Problems in Dogs and Cats.
Unruly and Disruptive Behaviors in Dogs and Cats.
Separation, Fear, and Anxiety Problems in Dogs and Cats.
Problem Aggression in Dogs and Cats.