Companion Animal Psychology

If you have both a dog and cat, Zazie and Kristi chat about how to ensure they have a friendly relationship. By Zazie Todd, PhD Zazie and Kristi talk about how to help dogs and cats to be friends with each other, and why it all starts with thinking about the cat's feeling of safety. Watch Episode 53 on Youtube or below, listen wherever you get your podcasts  ( Apple , Spotify ) or below, or check back for the transcript (coming soon!).  How to help dogs and cats to be friends This page contains affiliate links which means I may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you. We talk about:     the need to manage introductions between dogs and cats     what that means from the dog's perspective, and the cat's perspective     the importance of letting them vote with their feet     the need for safe spaces, and how to make safe spaces for a cat     the idea of training the dog to be safe around cats   ...

The first mystery novel from beloved animal behaviourist Patricia McConnell, PhD, is this month's choice for the Animal Book Club. By Zazie Todd, PhD The first mystery novel from Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., Away To Me,  is getting so many accolades!! I was lucky to get my hands on an advance reader copy and I absolutely loved it. Will you be reading it alongside us this month? In Away To Me, the dogs and landscape leap off the page. Suspenseful, immersive, and beautifully written, Away To Me is a page-turner for dog lovers everywhere. How to take part in the book club:  Get a copy of the book from your local bookstore or library. Read and enjoy the book. Listen if you prefer--audiobooks count as reading too!  At any time in the month of March come and share your thoughts on the book on the posts on my social media channels ( Facebook , Instagram , Bluesky ). This one is a mystery so be careful not to leave any spoilers! If you prefer, you can email me your thoughts o...