Today is the ‘pup’ date for my new book, Bark!. By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. I am so excited that today is the day my third book, Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or […]
You’re Invited to the Launch of Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog
A special invitation to my book launch for those of you in or near the lower mainland and Fraser Valley, and where to pre-order Bark! ahead of its publication. By Zazie Todd, PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. You may […]
It’s National Dog Day and your new best friend could be waiting at the Ontario SPCA
IMMEDIATE RELEASE Stouffville, ON (Aug. 26, 2024) – Today is National Dog Day and the Ontario SPCA and Humane Society has more than 200 dogs in its care across the province who are waiting for homes. If you’ve been thinking of adopting a dog, today is the perfect day to visit your local Ontario SPCA […]
Beyond basics: Teaching your dog new cues
Has your dog mastered basic cues like “sit,” “down” and “come”? These are the most common cues most people will teach their furry friends. When your dog seems eager to learn more, combining their previous knowledge of the basic cues with some new training can help keep your pet stimulated, provide enrichment and it’s a […]
Positive Reinforcement Dog Training Tools
Here’s what you need–and what you definitely do NOT need–to train your dog with positive reinforcement! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. An important note before we get started: I do not recommend aversive tools. Ever. Inflicting pain is never required for learning. Period. End of story. I’ve had people argue in […]
The Science of Making Your Dog Happy
An easy way to look at improving your relationship with your dog. xkunclova/Shutterstock By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. When I was writing my first book, Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, I wanted to […]
Fayette County animal shelter looking to identify man who dropped off undernourished dog
KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/17) KDKA-TV Morning Forecast (8/17) 03:47 UNIONTOWN, Pa. (KDKA) – Fayette Friends of Animals are asking for help identifying a man who dropped off an undernourished dog at their kennel earlier this week. Picture of man believed to have dropped off Courage, the German Shepherd Fayette Friends of Animals The shelter said […]
Animal rescue organisations under strain as owners cast off COVID pets and designer breeds
In short: Animal rescue organisations in Canberra say they’re struggling to cope amid a surge in pet surrenders. Some of the pets being surrendered include designer dog breeds, with the organisations suspecting many people who got dogs during the COVID period are now giving them up. What’s next? People looking for a pet are being […]
Turkey: Animal rights activists protest against mass dog killings
Animal rights activists took to the streets of İzmir on Saturday to protest against the mass killings of dogs in Altındağ and Niğde, condemning what they call the “massacre law” passed by the Turkish government. The legislation, which allows the euthanasia of stray dogs, has sparked outrage across the country, with activists vowing to continue […]
The Science of Making Your Dog Happy is Published in the UK Today
There’s a British version of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy–and it’s out now. By Zazie Todd PhD This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. It’s just over four years since my book, Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog […]