Reviews for Essential Pit Bull

The average rating for Essential Pit Bull based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2010-04-18 00:00:00 Chen Wei This is a very basic book, hence the "Essential" in the title. If it is your first read on pit bulls and puppy care and training, it is a good overview. It won't answer any specific questions, but in combination with other books it is a good resource. I am a slow reader and I read this book in one day. So, I advise getting it from your library instead of buying it.

Review # 2 was written on 2016-05-08 00:00:00 Charles Block A fabulous and easy-to-understand book about how to best use behaviorism. What is behaviorism? Essentially, the study of human and animal behavior - so this book sheds light on the most effective principles to use if you want to better the way you act. You can apply these concepts to so many areas, ranging from bolstering your health to training your dog. One of the most important takeaways: use positive reinforcement, not punishment. While our society prefers punishment in many ways (e.g., the mass incarceration in the US, how we expel kids from schools, etc.), research has shown its ineffectiveness, because it often shames people and makes them less productive. Positive reinforcement, or praising people for performing the desired behavior, has been linked to many more favorable outcomes. Overall, recommended if you are interested in psychology or why humans act the way they do. Clear, concise, and in large part optimistic, Karen Pryor has written a wonderful book about behaviorism with Don't Shoot the Dog!.