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…
Cat Behavior & Psychology This or That: Expert Insights on Dog Training and Cat Behavior from The Pawsitive Post July 17, 2026 Julia Chirkova The Pawsitive Post, a prominent podcast in the animal behavior community, recently dedicated an episode to a rapid-fire "This or That" challenge featuring hosts Zazie Todd, PhD, and Kristi Benson,…
Cat Behavior & Psychology Bridging the Divide: Steve Dale on Canine Consent, Bite Prevention, and Breakthroughs in Feline Health July 17, 2026 Julia Chirkova A recent episode of "The Pawsitive Post in Conversation" featured renowned radio host and certified animal behavior consultant, Steve Dale, alongside hosts Zazie Todd, PhD, and Kristi Benson. The discussion…
