Don't Shoot the Dog Chapter 6 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

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?

30 years

How many other applications had dolphin training led to prior to 1984?

In 1984, what had the academic community not come up with for untrained people?

Easily understood ways for untrained people to use their science. Signup and view all the answers

What two things did Ian Dunbar, DVM do to make behavior-oriented training available for dog owners?

Writing about and teaching noncoercive behavior-oriented training for pet owners and recommending Don't Shoot the Dog. Signup and view all the answers

Who first suggested using 'clickers' with dogs?

B.F. Skinner Signup and view all the answers

Where were clickers obtained for the first clicker training session in San Francisco in May 1992?

A novelty shop Signup and view all the answers

Karen Pryor believes this resulted in the beginning of the _ movement.

clicker training Signup and view all the answers

What fiendishly difficult behavior did two young women in Virginia teach their dogs?

Pass the biscuit from one dog to another Signup and view all the answers

What did Rosemary Besnick teach wheelchair-bound clients to do?

To train their own helper dogs Signup and view all the answers

How did Marian Breland Bailey and her husband Bob win new recognition?

By establishing an online discussion list for clicker trainers Signup and view all the answers

What problem arose with the cheeseburger during the Internet Hot Dog Challenge?

The cheeseburger arrived a bit too slimy for human consumption. Signup and view all the answers

In her 1981 New York Academy of Science paper, where did Karen Pryor suggest the qualities people admire in dolphins might also come from?

The way we train them Signup and view all the answers

Describe Karen Pryor's 'Oscar' winning performance.

Shaped a cichlid fish to swim through a hoop and follow a target. Signup and view all the answers

The way you do with __________________ - train behaviors.

correction Signup and view all the answers

What was the marker signal used in teaching a cat to play the piano and what was the primary reinforcer?

With the word 'good' as the marker signal and bits of ham as the primary reinforcer. Signup and view all the answers

What do cats like to train people to do?

To produce treats predictably Signup and view all the answers

Who was a ghost in the piano?

The cat Signup and view all the answers

How long had it been since the first ghost was first heard to play the piano?

2 years Signup and view all the answers

What did the ghost seem to need to put its soul to rest when it played the piano the second time?

To ask for its preferred sleeping place Signup and view all the answers

Competent clicker trainers may accomplish in what it takes ___ established by conventional training.

days; months or years Signup and view all the answers

One person went from buying a dog to finishing all three levels of obedience training competition in little over _________________.

a year Signup and view all the answers

Another dog owner taught her Australian cattle dog all the utility and signals for down, come, sit, and so on, in ________________ by the clock.

three minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the first basic element of clicker training experienced traditional trainers learn?

They have the... Signup and view all the answers

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.