There's a special episode of The Pawsitive Post in Conversation being recorded in January--and you're invited.By Zazie Todd PhDIn January, Kristi Benson and I are recording a special episode of The Pawsitive Post in Conversation--and you are invited to submit questions and/or to attend. We'll be answering listeners' questions about dogs, cats, and anything else you'd...

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“A delight for past, present, and prospective pet owners. And for everyone else.”—David Steinberg, Albuquerque JournalBy Zazie Todd PhDFind out what the Animal Book Club is reading this month. But first, here's a teaser: the first sentence of the book.This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at...

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The most common problems are fear, especially fear of loud noises, and not doing what the guardian wants, such as not coming when called.Photo: Mikkel Bendix/PexelsBy Zazie Todd PhDNew research published in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior shows that if your dog has a behaviour issue, you’re not alone. Importantly, the study is based on a...

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My pick of the best hand-made and artisan gifts for dogs, cats, and their people.By Zazie Todd PhDEvery year I have fun browsing Etsy to choose the most gorgeous and cute items for my annual gift guide. So if you're looking for something for your dog or cat this festive season, I've got you covered. From...

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Can cats even be happy? And how do you know? Some tips to help please your feline.Photo: Christopher Schruff/PexelsBy Zazie Todd PhDStereotypes about cats can get in the way of looking after them. Most people think that cats are easy pets and that you don’t need to do much for them—but the more you do...

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“Schott’s writing is engagingly conversational and showcases his colorful sense of humor … Educational, entertaining and compassionate, this confluence of happy accidents is a must-read for anyone who is, loves or works with a veterinarian.” ― Shelf AwarenessBy Zazie Todd PhDThis page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases...

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Coats and sweaters may be necessary for cold weather--but your dog won't automatically like them. Here's how to teach your dog to wear a coat.Photo: Enna8982/ShutterstockBy Zazie Todd PhDWhat’s your favourite thing about winter with your pets?A storm last Friday blew most of the leaves off the deciduous trees all at once. It felt like...

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Companion Animal Psychology is hosting an upcoming free webinar presented by Jane Wolff.By Zazie Todd PhDCompanion Animal Psychology is co-hosting a free webinar presented by Jane Wolff of Good Wolff dog training called Training your dog to lay on their side: Overcoming training obstacles.It can be a tricky task to train some dogs to lay...

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I spoke with Jim Mora about fear and anxiety in dogs.By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.A recent article in The Atlantic says that too many people have dogs and they can't take care of them properly, resulting in...

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I chatted with Mikkel Becker on the Happy Paws podcast.By Zazie Todd PhDThis page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mikkel Becker for the Happy Paws podcast at Fear Free. I think the world of Mikkel...

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