BEHAVIOUR RESOURCES
(Compiled as of March 1998)
There are a number of excellent books and training guides available that are intended to teach pet owners how to apply
the basic principles of learning and training in a humane, effective and logical manner. At the other extreme, many
training books and manuals have been written by self-professed experts who advocate techniques that may be
scientifically unsound, inappropriate, or inhumane. Following these techniques will seldom lead to improvement of the
problem and might even aggravate some conditions. The best way to select a book, video or training manual is to seek
the guidance or recommendation of a veterinary surgeon, a reputable behaviour counsellor or an obedience trainer who
you trust and respect. It can also be useful to assess the background, expertise and in particular, the education of the
author(s). Be certain that the book you choose, covers the training techniques, products and topics for which you are
seeking assistance. In general the most recent publications will include the most recent advances in behaviour, training,
and products. However, some of the older texts are the best resources for obtaining a sound understanding of the
psychology of learning and the basic behaviour of dogs and cats. Although, inclusion in the reference list below is not
intended to be an endorsement, the publications have been screened and are included based on the following criteria:
The author has a sound knowledge of basic canine and feline behaviour
Training techniques emphasise positive reinforcement, motivation, and shaping rather than punishment
Correction techniques have been designed to train or encourage the pet to perform an appropriate behaviour and set the
pet up to succeed, rather than punishing the pet for inapproprite behaviour.
PET SELECTION TEXTS
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Ackerman L, Landsberg G, Hunthausen W (Eds) Cat Behaviour and Training: Veterinary Advice for Owners, TFH
Publications, Neptune, NJ, 1996. E-mail www.pet-vet.com. Fax: 001 905 881 2752
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Ackerman L, Landsberg G, Hunthausen W (Eds) Dog Behaviour and Training: Veterinary Advice for Owners, TFH
Publications, Neptune, NJ, 1996 (see above)
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Alderton D Eyewitness Handbooks, Dogs. Dorling Kindersley Book 1996
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Alderton D Eyewitness Handbooks, Cats. Dorling Kindersley Book 1996
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Campbell W Behavior Problems in Dogs, 2nd ed. Goleta, CA: American Veterinary Publications Inc., 1992
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Canadian Kennel Club Book of Dogs. Toronto: Stoddart, 1988
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Clark R D, Stainer J R ed. Medical and Genetic Aspects of Purebred Dogs. (2nd edition), St. Simons, GA: Forum
Publications, 1994
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Clark R D. Medical, Genetic, and Behavioral Aspects of Purebred Cats. St. Simons, GA: Forum Publications, 1992
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Coren S The Intelligence of Dogs. Headline Books, London, 1994
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Fox M W Supercat. Howell Book House NY 1990
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Fox M W Superdog Howell Book House NY 1990
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Patmore K So Your Children Want A Dog? Popular Dogs Publishing Company London 1991
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Rogerson J Your Dog, its development, training and behaviour. Popular Dogs Publishing Co. 1988
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Rutherford C, Neil D H, How to Raise a puppy you can live with. Alpine Publishing Inc. 1992
UNDERSTANDING CANINE AND FELINE BEHAVIOUR
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Abrantes R. Dog Language - an encyclopaedia of canine behaviour Waka Tanka Publishers, Naperville, IL, 1997
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Bradshaw J W S The Behaviour of the Domestic Cat. CAB International Wallingford Oxon 1992
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Bradshaw J W S The True Nature of the Cat. Boxtree, London, 1993
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Dunbar I Dog Behavior. T.F.H. Publications, Neptune, NJ., 1979
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Fogle B The Cat's Mind. Pelham Books London 1991
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Fogle B The Dog's Mind. Pelham Books London 1997.
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Fox MW The Dog: It's Domestication and Behavior. New York, Garland STM Press, 1978
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Fox M W Understanding your Dog. Book Club Associates 1975
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Fox M W Understanding your Cat. Book Club Associates 1975
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Houpt K. Domestic Animal Behavior, 3rd ed. Iowa State University Press, Ames, in press
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Johnston B Harnessing Thought. Lennard Publishers. 1995
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Scott J P, Fuller J L Genetics and the Social Behavior of Dogs. University of Chicago Press, Chicago, 1965
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Serpell J. The Domestic Dog: Its Evolution, Behaviour And Interactions With People. Cambridge University Press
1996
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Thorne C (editor). The Waltham Book of Dog and Cat Behaviour. Pergamon Press. Oxford UK1992
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Turner DC, Bateson P. (ed.) The Domestic Cat: the biology of its behavior. Cambridge University Press 1988
READING LIST FOR PET OWNERS: TRAINING AND BEHAVIOUR PROBLEMS
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Ackerman L, Landsberg G, Hunthausen W (Eds) Cat Behavior and Training: Veterinary Advice for Owners, TFH
Publications, Neptune, NJ. 1996. E-mail www.pet-vet.com or fax: 905 881 2752
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Ackerman L, Landsberg G, Hunthausen W (Eds) Dog Behavior and Training: Veterinary Advice for Owners, TFH
Publications, Neptune, NJ, 1996 (see above)
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Appleby D Ain't Misbehavin. Broadcast Books Bristol 1998
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Appleby D The Good Behaviour Guide. Pet Behaviour Centre 1990
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Appleby D How to Have a Happy Puppy. Pet Behaviour Centre 1992
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Appleby D How to Have a Contented Cat Pet Behaviour Centre 1995
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Bailey G The Perfect Puppy: How to Raise a Problem Free Dog. Hamlyn, London, 1995
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Campbell W Behavior Problems in Dogs, 2nd ed., American Veterinary Publications, Goleta, CA, 1992
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Campbell W Owners Guide to Better Behavior in Dogs. Alpine Publications, Loveland, CO, 1995
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Dodman N The Cat Who Cried for Help. Bantam, NY, 1997
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Dodman N The Dog Who Loved Too Much. Hodder and Stoughton London
1996
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Dunbar I How To Teach A New Dog Old Tricks. James & Kenneth Publishers, Kings Langley, Herts
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Dunbar I Doctor Dunbar's Good Little Dog Book, 1992, Spillers Foods 1992
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Fisher J Why Does My Dog? Souvenir Press London 1991
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Fisher J Dogwise Souvenir Press London 1992
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Fogle B The Complete Dog Training Manual. Dorling Kindersley, London, 1994
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Heath S. Why Does My Cat...? Souvenir Press, London, 1993
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Kershaw E Go Click An Introduction to Clicker Training. Pet Behaviour Centre 1998
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Marder A, Horwitz D The Collins Complete Dog Owner's Manual, Broadway Books, Harper Collins 1998
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Mugford R Dog Training the Mugford Way - Never Say No! Hutchinson/Stanley Paul London 1992
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Neville P Do Cats Need Shrinks? Sidgwick Jackson London 1990
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Neville P Do Dogs Need Shrinks? Sidgwick Jackson London 1991
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Neville P Pet Sex. The Rude Facts Of Life For The Family Dog, Cat And Rabbit. Sidgwick & Jackson, London.
1993
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Neville P and Bessant C The Perfect Kitten. Hamlyn London 1997
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Palmer H The Behavioural Effects of Castration. Pet Behaviour Centre 1993
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Peachey E Good Puppy. Erica Peachey 1997
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Peachey E Good Dog. Erica Peachey 1997
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Peachey E Running Puppy Classes. Erica Peachey 1996
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Peachey E Walking on a loose lead. Erica Peachey 1997
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Pryor K. Don't shoot the dog. Bantam Books, New York, 1985
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Volhard J, Canine Good Citizen. Howell Book House, 1994
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Weston D, Ross E R Dog problems: the gentle modern cure. Howell Book
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Weston D. Dog training. Howell Book House, NY, 1990
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Whitehead S Hands Off! Simple gentle ways to teach your dog at home
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Wright J, Lashnits J W. Is Your Cat Crazy? Solutions from the casebook of a cat therapist. Simon and Shuster,
House, NY, 1992
Macmillan Co, NY, 1994
READING & REFERENCES FOR VETERINARY SURGEONS
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Anderson R K, Hart B L, Hart L A The Pet Connection: Its Influence on Our Health and Quality of Life. Center
to Study Human-Animal Relationships and Environments , Minneapolis 1984
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Askew H R. Treatment of Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats. Blackwell Science, London, 1996
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Beaver B V Feline Behavior: A Guide for Veterinarians. W B Saunders, Philadelphia, 1992
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Beaver B The Veterinarian's Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior. Iowa State University Press, Ames, Iowa, 1994
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Hart B L Hart L A Canine and Feline Behavioral Therapy, Lea & Febiger, Philadelphia, 1985
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Houpt K Progress in Companion Animal Behavior, Vet Clin N Am Sm Anim Pract, W.B. Saunders, Philadelphia,
May, 1997
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Hunthausen W, Landsberg G M Practitioner's Guide to Behavior Counseling, AAHA, Denver, 1995
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Landsberg G, Ruehl W Geriatric Behavioral Problems. Vet Clin North Am, Nov. 1997, p. 1537
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Landsberg G, Hunthausen W, Ackerman L Handbook of Behaviour Problems of the Dog and Cat. ButterworthHeinemann, Jordan Hill, Oxford 1997
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Veterinary Clinics of North America, W. B. Saunders Co., Philadelphia, Penn, Vol 21, Marder A and Voith V (ed.)
"Advances in Companion Animal Behavior"
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Mills D S, Heath S E, Harrington I J Proceedings of the First International Conference on Veterinary Behavioural
Medicine, Universities Federation for Animal Welfare, Potters Bar, Herts 1997
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O'Farrell V, Manual of Canine Behaviour, British Small Animal Vet. Assoc., Kingsley House, Church Lane,
Shurdington, Cheltenham, Glos, GL51 5TQ, 1986
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O'Farrell V, Neville P Manual of Feline Behaviour. British Small Animal Vet Assoc. Kingsley House, Church
Lane, Shurdington, Cheltenham, Glos, GL51
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Overall K Clinical Behavioral Medicine for Small Animals. Mosby, 1997
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Schwartz S Instructions for Veterinary Clients. Canine and Feline Behavior Problems, 2nd ed. Mosby, 1996
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Voith V L, Borchelt, P L (ed.), Animal Behavior, Veterinary Clinics of North America, W.B. Saunders Co.,
Philadelphia, Penn, Vol. 12, No. 4, Nov. 1982
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Voith V L, Borchelt P L (editors). Readings in Companion Animal Behavior. Ed: Voith V L, Borchelt P L.
Veterinary Learning Systems, Trenton, NJ, 1996
BEHAVIOUR ORGANSATIONS
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Companion Animal Behaviour Therapy Study Group. Newsletter, yearly meetings in
conjunction with BSAVA.
Mr. D. Mills, Secretary, De Montfort University, Caythorpe Court, Caythorpe, Nr. Grantham, Lincs.NG32 3EP
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European Society for Veterinary Clinical Ethology. Dr. J. Dehasse, 129 Avenue de la Fauconnerie, B1170
Brussels, Belgium
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American College of Veterinary Behaviourists, c/o Dr. Sharon Crowell-Davis, College of Veterinary Medicine,
University of Georgia, Athens, GA, 30602 7382, USA
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American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. Newsletter, yearly meetings in conjunction with AAHA and
AVMA. Contact: Dr. Laurie Martin, 201
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Cedarbrook Road, Naperville, Illinois, 60565, USA
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Animal Behaviour Society. Susan A. Foster, ABS Secretary, Dept. of Biol. Sci., Clark University, 950 Main St.,
Worcester, MA, 01610-1477, USA
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International Society for Animal Ethology: Dr. S.M. Rutter, ISAE Membership Secretary, Institute of Grassland
and Environmental Research, North Wyke, Okehampton, Devon, EX20 2SB
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International Society of Anthrozoology: Dr. D. Goodwin, ISAZ Membership Secretary, Anthrozoology Institute,
Department of Biology, University of Southampton, Bassett Crescent East, Southampton SO16 7PX. e-mail:
azi@soton.ac.uk Tel 01703-594254. Fax 01703-594269.
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Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors, PO Box 46, Worcester WR8 9YS Tel/Fax: 01386 751151 E mail
apbc@petbcent.demon.co.uk
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Association of Pet Dog Trainers APDT, Peacocks Farm, Northchapel, Petworth, W. Sussex GU28 9JB
ADDITIONAL BEHAVIOUR RESOURCES
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American Animal Hospital Association: Behavior Pamphlets for Dog and Cat Owners (10 titles), AAHA, Denver,
CO, USA
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Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors: Behaviour books, booklets, videos and products PO Box 46 Worcester
WR8 9YS
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Hunthausen W Learning to be safe with animals. Dogs, Cats, and Kids (Video). Pet Love Partnership, LP P.O.
Box 11331, Chicago, IL, 60611-0331,USA
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Dunbar I Dog Training for Kids (Vidoetape), James and Kenneth Publishers, Kings Langley Herts
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Dunbar Ian Sirius Puppy Training. Video. James & Kenneth Publishers. Kings Langley, Herts
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Mugford R Various behaviour productsThe Animal Behaviour Centre, PO Box 23, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 0PU
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Pryor K Clicker Magic, (videotape), Sunshine Books, North Bend, WA, USA
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Karen Pryor's Clicker Training Start-Up Kit. (Includes clickers, instructions, and booklet - A Dog and a Dolphin
2.0)
Ark Veterinary Centre