Cat Behavior & Psychology Fellow Creatures: Is Your Indoor Cat Bored? July 21, 2026 Julia Chirkova The common adage suggests that dogs require a "job" to thrive, a purpose to channel their energy and intellect. This notion, however, is rarely extended to their feline counterparts, despite…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Renowned Pet Behaviour Expert Zazie Todd to Headline Canadian Independent Bookstore Day Celebration at Black Bond Books in Maple Ridge July 20, 2026 Julia Chirkova Maple Ridge, BC – Dr. Zazie Todd, a distinguished animal behaviour expert and author of several acclaimed books on pet welfare, is set to be a featured guest author at…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Fourteen Years of Companion Animal Psychology: A Milestone in Evidence-Based Pet Welfare Advocacy July 20, 2026 Julia Chirkova Cambridge, UK – Dr. Zazie Todd, a prominent voice in animal welfare and behavior science, is commemorating the 14th anniversary of Companion Animal Psychology, her influential blog and podcast dedicated…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Navigating the Multi-Generational Dog Household: Strategies for Harmony and Well-being July 20, 2026 Julia Chirkova The integration of senior dogs with younger counterparts, particularly puppies, within the same household presents a unique blend of heartwarming companionship and complex behavioral challenges. While the presence of a…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Zazie Todd Interviewed by Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today July 19, 2026 Julia Chirkova The esteemed online publication Psychology Today recently featured an interview with Dr. Zazie Todd, founder of the influential blog Companion Animal Psychology, conducted by renowned ethologist and cognitive behavioral ecologist…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Can Pet Dogs Find an Invasive Species? Citizen Scientists Reveal Promising Results July 19, 2026 Julia Chirkova A groundbreaking citizen science initiative has demonstrated that pet dogs possess a remarkable ability to detect the egg masses of the invasive spotted lanternfly (SLF), offering a potential new tool…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Daily Five-Minute Play Sessions Significantly Enhance Human-Dog Emotional Bond, New Research Reveals July 19, 2026 Julia Chirkova New scientific findings indicate that dedicating just five minutes a day to interactive social games with a dog can substantially strengthen the human-animal bond. This revelation, published in Royal Society…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Why We Should Love the Beasties: Dr. Jo Wimpenny Challenges Perceptions of Nature’s Least Loved Animals July 19, 2026 Julia Chirkova In a recent episode of The Pawsitive Post in Conversation podcast, zoologist and author Dr. Jo Wimpenny engaged in a compelling discussion with hosts Zazie Todd, PhD, and Kristi Benson,…
Cat Behavior & Psychology With ever more opportunities to learn about reward-based dog training, comments from so-called balanced dog trainers are still concerning. July 18, 2026 Julia Chirkova The landscape of professional dog training has undergone a profound transformation over the past decade, driven by advancements in ethology, animal cognition, and veterinary behavioral science. Despite a growing scientific…
Cat Behavior & Psychology The Doodle Pro® Summit: A Comprehensive Online Resource for Science-Based Doodle Care to Launch in 2026 July 18, 2026 Julia Chirkova A significant event for the global community of Doodle enthusiasts is set to unfold with the launch of the Doodle Pro® Summit, a complimentary online conference dedicated to advanced, science-based…
