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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Zazie and Kristi chat with Victoria Schade, dog trainer and author of delightful romcoms, about writing about dogs and her upcoming book Unleashed Holiday. By Zazie Todd PhDThis page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.Get Companion Animal Psychology in your inbox.Watch episode 13 of...

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The side-effects of aversive dog training methods that most people don’t know about--but should.Photo: Stock Rocket/ShutterstockBy Zazie Todd PhDThis page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.Get the weekly Companion Animal Psychology newsletterBy now, the idea that aversive training methods have risks for dogs...

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Pepper has entered a competition to become a Yellow Dog Brewing Star--and he'd like your vote.Photo: Zazie ToddBy Zazie Todd, PhD My little dog Pepper has entered a competition to be a Yellow Dog Brewing Star--and he'd love it you'd vote for him.As a BC SPCA alumnus himself, Pepper knows first-hand the amazing work that...

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Get 15% off all Companion Animal Psychology merch with promo code LABOURDAY (or LABORDAY) valid until midnight Pacific time on Monday September 4th.By Zazie Todd PhDIf you're looking for a new hoodie now that the weather is changing, the Companion Animal Psychology merch store has got you covered.Companion Animal Psychology merch celebrates our special relationship...

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