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What was the general status of behavior analysis when Don't Shoot the Dog was first published in 1984?
What was the general status of behavior analysis when Don't Shoot the Dog was first published in 1984?
Applied behavior analysis was still not in general use.
How many years of dolphin training led to prior to 1984?
How many years of dolphin training led to prior to 1984?
30 years
How many other applications had dolphin training led to prior to 1984?
How many other applications had dolphin training led to prior to 1984?
0
In 1984, what had the academic community not come up with for untrained people?
In 1984, what had the academic community not come up with for untrained people?
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What two things did Ian Dunbar, DVM do to make behavior-oriented training available for dog owners?
What two things did Ian Dunbar, DVM do to make behavior-oriented training available for dog owners?
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Who first suggested using 'clickers' with dogs?
Who first suggested using 'clickers' with dogs?
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Where were clickers obtained for the first clicker training session in San Francisco in May 1992?
Where were clickers obtained for the first clicker training session in San Francisco in May 1992?
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Karen Pryor believes this resulted in the beginning of the ________________ _________________ movement.
Karen Pryor believes this resulted in the beginning of the ________________ _________________ movement.
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What fiendishly difficult behavior did two young women in Virginia teach their dogs?
What fiendishly difficult behavior did two young women in Virginia teach their dogs?
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What did Rosemary Besnick teach wheelchair-bound clients to do?
What did Rosemary Besnick teach wheelchair-bound clients to do?
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How did Marian Breland Bailey and her husband Bob win new recognition?
How did Marian Breland Bailey and her husband Bob win new recognition?
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What problem arose with the cheeseburger during the Internet Hot Dog Challenge?
What problem arose with the cheeseburger during the Internet Hot Dog Challenge?
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In her 1981 New York Academy of Science paper, where did Karen Pryor suggest the qualities people admire in dolphins might also come from?
In her 1981 New York Academy of Science paper, where did Karen Pryor suggest the qualities people admire in dolphins might also come from?
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Describe Karen Pryor's 'Oscar' winning performance.
Describe Karen Pryor's 'Oscar' winning performance.
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The way you do with __________________ - train behaviors.
The way you do with __________________ - train behaviors.
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What was the marker signal used in teaching a cat to play the piano and what was the primary reinforcer?
What was the marker signal used in teaching a cat to play the piano and what was the primary reinforcer?
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What do cats like to train people to do?
What do cats like to train people to do?
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Who was a ghost in the piano?
Who was a ghost in the piano?
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How long had it been since the first ghost was first heard to play the piano?
How long had it been since the first ghost was first heard to play the piano?
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What did the ghost seem to need to put its soul to rest when it played the piano the second time?
What did the ghost seem to need to put its soul to rest when it played the piano the second time?
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Competent clicker trainers may accomplish in ________________ what it takes ___________________ established by conventional training.
Competent clicker trainers may accomplish in ________________ what it takes ___________________ established by conventional training.
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One person went from buying a dog to finishing all three levels of obedience training competition in little over _________________.
One person went from buying a dog to finishing all three levels of obedience training competition in little over _________________.
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Another dog owner taught her Australian cattle dog all the utility and signals for down, come, sit, and so on, in ________________ by the clock.
Another dog owner taught her Australian cattle dog all the utility and signals for down, come, sit, and so on, in ________________ by the clock.
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What is the first basic element of clicker training experienced traditional trainers learn?
What is the first basic element of clicker training experienced traditional trainers learn?
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Study Notes
General Behavior Analysis Status
- Behavior analysis was not widely adopted when "Don't Shoot the Dog" was published in 1984.
- Prior to 1984, 30 years of dolphin training had occurred without broader application.
Behavior Analysis in the Academic Community
- Despite successful use in corporations and institutions, the academic community had not developed simple methods for untrained individuals, particularly dog owners.
Contributions of Ian Dunbar, DVM
- Dunbar promoted noncoercive behavior-oriented training for pet owners.
- He recommended the book "Don't Shoot the Dog" to enhance understanding of dog training.
Introduction of Clicker Training
- B.F. Skinner was the first to suggest using "clickers" for dog training.
- The first clicker training session in San Francisco used clickers sourced from a novelty shop.
Rise of Clicker Training Movement
- A seminar led to a surge of interest in dog training, resulting in books, videos, and online activities, marking the beginning of the clicker training movement.
Dog Training Innovations
- Two Virginia women successfully taught dogs to ring a bell and engage in the complex behavior of passing a biscuit between dogs.
- Rosemary Besnick taught wheelchair-bound clients to train their own helper dogs.
Recognition of Clicker Trainers
- Marian Breland Bailey and her husband Bob gained recognition by creating an online discussion list for clicker trainers.
Internet Dog Challenges
- The Internet Hot Dog Challenge demonstrated dogs could be trained to retrieve food without eating it; training with a cheeseburger was more challenging due to slimy conditions.
Dolphin Training Insights
- Karen Pryor posited that admired dolphin behaviors might result from training methods, not just the dolphins themselves.
Karen Pryor's Notable Achievements
- Pryor shaped a Cichlid fish to perform tricks, earning recognition for her training skills.
Long-Lasting Effects of Clicker Training
- Behaviors learned through clicker training are retained long-term without the need for constant reinforcement, unlike traditional correction-based training.
Cat Training with Marker Signals
- A cat was taught to play the piano using "good" as a marker signal and bits of ham as the reinforcer.
Fun Cat Behavior
- Cats demonstrate a tendency to train humans to provide treats on a reliable basis.
The Piano Ghost Phenomenon
- A ghostly presence in the piano was noted, with the first sound heard two years prior.
Performance Requirements of the Ghost
- The ghost's second piano performance seemed to request its preferred sleeping place to find peace.
Efficiency of Clicker Training
- Competent clicker trainers often achieve results in days that might take traditional trainers months or years.
Personal Training Successes
- One individual progressed from acquiring a dog to completing all levels of obedience training in just over a year.
- Another owner taught commands to her Australian cattle dog in a remarkably quick three minutes.
Essential Elements of Clicker Training
- Experienced trainers learn two fundamental elements of clicker training, with the first element related to the clicker itself being pivotal for success.
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 6 of 'Don't Shoot the Dog.' This flashcard quiz explores various aspects of behavior analysis and its status when the book was published in 1984. Perfect for those interested in applied behavior analysis.
