Best-selling author Jessica Redland on her spaniel, Ella, and why she set her latest book series in a rescue centre for hedgehogs.Jessica Redland's dog, Ella.No. 10 in the series The Writer's Pet by Zazie Todd PhD.This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.Jessica Redland is a best-selling author whose books are set in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside and coast. In her latest…

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These were the most popular books on this blog last year.By Zazie Todd, PhDI’ve already shared the top posts of last year, but I thought it would be fun to look at the books that were the most popular amongst readers of Companion Animal Psychology in 2020. Of course, since this is my blog, you would expect my own book, Wag, to feature. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for the support…

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We like to think about the rosy side of pet ownership, but it can also be tough at times. My latest post at Psychology Today looks at the downsides to consider before getting a pet.Photo: Kat Jayne/Pexels.By Zazie Todd, PhDFrom doing research on sources of pets (something many people skip) to the daily chores, and recognizing the emotional burden of caring for a sick or dying pet, pet ownership isn't all fun all the time.…

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The most popular posts of 2020 on Companion Animal Psychology. Photo: David Pastyka/ShutterstockBy Zazie Todd, PhDThis has been a tough year for everyone, and one in which our relationship with pets has often been in the news. I hope that you are ending the year safe and sound, and wish you all the best for 2021. While we continue to wear masks, keep our distance, and stay home as much as possible, hopefully 2021 will be…

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 Season's Greetings from Companion Animal Psychology.Photo: dezy/ShutterstockWhat a year it's been! I wish you all a lovely respite over the holiday season.Thank you to everyone who has supported Companion Animal Psychology and my book, Wag, this year and who is part of our community of people dedicated to happier lives for our pets. Special thanks to my amazing Ko-Fi supporters and all my wonderful Wag Team peeps.Happy Holidays! And I wish you a hopeful, healthy,…

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My latest piece on my Fellow Creatures blog at Psych Today is Five reasons dog training is increasingly shifting positive.By Zazie Todd, PhD.Photo: Cottonbro/PexelsWe know that reward-based training methods are better for dogs. The piece looks at the societal trends - such as thinking of dogs as family - that play a role in the increasing popularity of positive reinforcement in dog training. Check it out here. I'd also like to take this opportunity to thank…

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The classic fairy tale has been given a modern and canine twist by The Academy for Dog Trainers. Watch the video and read my interview with Kristi Benson about how she got these cute dogs to take part. By Zazie Todd, PhDI can’t stop watching The Prince and the Pea. It’s the latest video from The Academy for Dog Trainers and features a cast of cute dogs to retell a classic fairy tale with a modern…

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Maureen Fergus on her latest picture book, Glory on Ice: A Vampire Hockey Story, and how her dog Buddy inspires her writing.Buddy dressed as Sir Barksalot. Photo: Maureen Fergus.No. 9 in the series The Writer's Pet by Zazie Todd PhD.Maureen Fergus is an award-winning author of books for children and teens. In her latest book Glory on Ice: A Vampire Hockey Story, a vampire decides to join the local hockey team. But can a hundreds-of-years-old…

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Maureen Fergus on her latest picture book, Glory on Ice: A Vampire Hockey Story, and how her dog Buddy inspires her writing.Buddy dressed as Sir Barksalot. Photo: Maureen Fergus.No. 9 in the series The Writer's Pet by Zazie Todd PhD.This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you.Maureen Fergus is an award-winning author of books for children and teens. In her latest book Glory…

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“Separation anxiety is fixable... If people just understood that this is fixable, and it gave them that hope, that would make me thrilled.”By Zazie Todd, PhDMalena DeMartini’s second book, Separation Anxiety in Dogs: Next Generation Treatment Protocols and Practices, was published in September this year. It brings her latest protocols for helping dogs with separation anxiety to dog professionals and interested dog guardians. I had the honour of writing the foreword, and I caught up…

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