Cat Behavior & Psychology Canine Literary Leaders Converge at Bark! Fest to Unpack the Nuances of Dog Behavior, Breeds, and Training September 30, 2026 Julia Chirkova The digital literary event, Bark! Fest, convened on Wednesday, September 16th, serving as a pivotal platform for dog enthusiasts and professionals alike to delve into the multifaceted world of canine…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Join celebrated author Alexandra Horowitz for a discussion of the fully-revised second edition of her much-loved book, Inside of a Dog. September 29, 2026 Julia Chirkova The acclaimed cognitive scientist and New York Times bestselling author, Alexandra Horowitz, recently engaged a capacity audience at a Bark! Fest event to delve into the profound insights offered by…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Leading Feline Behavior Experts Convene at Bark! Fest to Demystify Cat Communication and Address Behavioral Challenges September 29, 2026 Julia Chirkova A highly anticipated virtual event, "Bark! Fest," recently brought together four distinguished experts in feline behavior to offer invaluable insights into understanding and improving the lives of companion cats. The…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Jean Donaldson’s Seminal Work on Resource Guarding Revisited: The Impact of ‘Mine!’ Second Edition and Its Presentation at Bark! Fest September 29, 2026 Julia Chirkova The recent presentation by acclaimed dog trainer and author Jean Donaldson at Bark! Fest, the esteemed book festival for animal lovers, underscored the enduring relevance and critical updates within her…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Love in Their Hearts and Compassion for Animals with Marc Bekoff, PhD September 28, 2026 Julia Chirkova Dr. Marc Bekoff, a distinguished professor emeritus of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Colorado, Boulder, recently shared profound insights into his latest book, Love in Their Hearts:…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Bark! Fest Panel Explores Canine Crime-Solving in Captivating Mystery Novels September 28, 2026 Julia Chirkova The recent Bark! Fest, a celebrated literary event for animal enthusiasts, concluded a captivating panel discussion featuring acclaimed authors Antony Johnston, Blake Mara, and Louisa Scarr. The session, co-hosted by…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Marc Bekoff PhD and Alison Pearce Stevens at Bark! Fest September 28, 2026 Julia Chirkova The virtual event "Bark! Fest," hosted by Dr. Zazie Todd and Kristi Benson, recently brought together esteemed ethologist Marc Bekoff and acclaimed children’s author Alison Pearce Stevens to delve into…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Bark! Fest Hosts ‘Cupid’s Canine & Feline Companions’ Panel, Exploring Animals’ Role in Love Stories September 27, 2026 Julia Chirkova A panel featuring acclaimed authors Julie Haworth, Nicola Knight, and Farrah Rochon convened virtually on September 24 at 11 am Pacific Time (2 pm Eastern / 7 pm UK time)…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Advocating for Ethical Dog Training: A Critical Look at "Both-Sidesism" in Public Discourse September 27, 2026 Julia Chirkova The landscape of dog training, increasingly viewed through the lens of animal welfare science, is undergoing a significant transformation, prompting critical discussions about how methods are presented to the public.…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Bark! Fest: A Global Celebration of Animal Literature Unveils Expansive 2026 Program September 26, 2026 Julia Chirkova The highly anticipated Bark! Fest, a premier virtual book festival dedicated to the world of animal literature, is set to captivate audiences from September 14th to September 25th, 2026. Organized…