Principles and Applications of Domestic Animal Behavior: An Introductory Text (Cabi) - Softcover

"In summary, Principles and Applications of Domestic Animal Behavior provides an engaging introduction for undergraduates to the field of applied animal behaviour....The author has infused the text with his enthusiasm for the subject and with a career's worth of knowledge, providing those of us who follow in his footsteps a very useful resource."--Daniel M. Weary Animal Welfare Program, University of British Columbia, BC, Canada

In order to understand and manage animals in their natural or captive environments we must first understand why animals do what they do and recognize limitations in their ability to adapt to different environments. Drawing on the author's considerable experience in both teaching and research, this introductory-level textbook describes the basic principles underlying animal behavior and how those concepts can be used in managing the care of domestic and captive wild animals, covering four key themes: development of behavior, biological rhythms, social behavior and behavioral aspects of animal management. Extensively illustrated with many practical examples and over 150 photos and figures.