Summary of Don't Shoot the Dog!

"Don't Shoot the Dog!" by Karen Pryor is a practical guidebook for anyone interested in learning how to apply the principles of behavior modification to modify their own behavior and that of their family, coworkers, and pets. With easy-to-understand advice and step-by-step instructions, Pryor explains how reinforcers, rewards, and punishment can be used constructively, avoiding coercive and ineffective methods while achieving long-term desirable outcomes. Updated to include the latest research in animal behavior and the continued relevance of Skinner's psychological principles, this book is essential reading for anyone looking to make lasting change in their lives, and the lives of those around them.