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A Comparison of Classical Counterconditioning and Differential Reinforcement of Alternative Behavior on Aggressive Behavior in Dogs
dc.contributor.advisor | Semb, George | |
dc.contributor.author | Savage, Kristyn Echterling | |
dc.date.accessioned | 2010-07-30T11:12:29Z | |
dc.date.available | 2010-07-30T11:12:29Z | |
dc.date.issued | 2010-04-10 | |
dc.date.submitted | 2010 | |
dc.identifier.other | http://dissertations.umi.com/ku:10871 | |
dc.identifier.uri | http://hdl.handle.net/1808/6470 | |
dc.description.abstract | Dogs that display aggressive behavior are a threat to society, their owners, and themselves. Classical counterconditioning and differential reinforcement of alternative behavior (DRA) are commonly used in practice to reduce such behavior. While both seem to be effective treatments for aggressive behavior there has not been a direct comparison between the two in the current context. The current study compared counterconditioning and DRA with two dogs. A reversal design was used to determine the effectiveness of both procedures. Both procedures demonstrated functional control over aggressive behavior. Aggressive behavior was quickly reduced to near zero levels with either program in place. Implications for use are discussed. Despite owners being trained to criteria, follow-up data suggest that aggressive behavior returned. Future research may compare owner acquisition and preference for counterconditioning and DRA. | |
dc.format.extent | 48 pages | |
dc.language.iso | EN | |
dc.publisher | University of Kansas | |
dc.rights | This item is protected by copyright and unless otherwise specified the copyright of this thesis/dissertation is held by the author. | |
dc.subject | Behavioral sciences | |
dc.title | A Comparison of Classical Counterconditioning and Differential Reinforcement of Alternative Behavior on Aggressive Behavior in Dogs | |
dc.type | Thesis | |
dc.contributor.cmtemember | Miller, L. Keith | |
dc.contributor.cmtemember | Sherman, James A. | |
dc.thesis.degreeDiscipline | Applied Behavioral Science | |
dc.thesis.degreeLevel | M.A. | |
kusw.oastatus | na | |
kusw.oapolicy | This item does not meet KU Open Access policy criteria. | |
kusw.bibid | 7078884 | |
dc.rights.accessrights | openAccess |