Zazie Todd in the News
Media mentions for Zazie Todd, PhD, and Companion Animal Psychology. Zazie Todd is an animal behaviour expert and the award-winning author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy.
To contact Zazie, email companimalpsych at gmail dot com. For more information, see about Zazie Todd.
To contact Zazie, email companimalpsych at gmail dot com. For more information, see about Zazie Todd.
2024
How to help anxious dogs, CJAD Now Trending Show, 6 October 2024
Dog-Person Interview: Dr. Zazie Todd, author of "Bark!", on helping an anxious or fearful dog, The Farmer's Dog, 1 October 2024
How to help your fearful dog feel safe, Dog Talk (and Kitties Too), 30 September 2024
The science of helping anxious, fearful, or reactive dogs, Zazie Todd interviewed by Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 30 September 2024
Interview with Zazie Todd, All Things Chihuahua, 29 September 2024
Chat contre chien: savoir qui est le plus intelligent n'est pas si évident, Yahoo France, 12 Sep 2024
Your cat would love the Swiss railway schedule!, Cat Chat, 26 August 2024
Now Trending, CJAD 800, 25 August 2024
No thanks--your kitty does not want a bath, Cat Chat, 14 August 2024
20 best cat gifts, US News, 8 August 2024
Backyard Pet Talk podcast with Shannon Riley, 5 August 2024
Teach your cat to "sit pretty" with treats, Cat Chat, 31 July 2024
Pets and incense, Spirituality & Health, July 2024
When you should (or shouldn't) pick up your small dog, American Kennel Club, 17 June 2024
The science of dog training, The Positively Podcast, 11 June 2024
Here are secret ways your dog is communicating with you, BBC Science Focus, 3 June 2024
Fun activities to do with your cat (splurge edition), Shel Graves Animal Consulting, 31 May 2024
Woman gets cat, but is convinced she accidentally got a dog, Newsweek, 25 Mar 2024
How big a problem is dog fouling in Scotland?, BBC Scotland News, 5 Mar 2024
The best books for cat lovers and cat rescuers, Shepherd, Feb 2024
Want to communicate better with your dog? Understand how they learn, Fear Free Happy Homes, 12 Feb 2024
How pets benefit our brains, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 11 Feb 2024
Daybreak South with Chris Walker, CBC Radio Kelowna, 6 Feb 2024
The life expectancy of dog breeds, CBC Radio The Early Edition, 5 Feb 2024
A chance for Champ, Washington Times Herald, 12 Jan 2024
2023
50 of the most heartwarming pics of happily adopted pets (December edition), Bored Panda, 31 Dec 2023
Netizens are cracking up over these 30 tweets featuring the funniest cats and dogs, Bored Panda, 27 Dec 2023
Owner reveals what happened when curiosity didn't kill the cat, Newsweek 24 Dec 2023
Pet Connection: 13 expert toy suggestions for your pet's holiday fun, Washington Times Herald, 2 Dec 2023
Reason why cat sleeps alone in bathtub breaks hearts: 'crying', Newsweek, 1 Dec 2023
A sort-of-common, very strange cat trick, The Atlantic, 22 Nov 2023
How to tell if your cat is actually happy, explained by a feline body language expert, BBC Science Focus, 15 Nov 2023
What to do if your senior dog is anxious, The Farmers Dog, 13 Nov 2023
Simple ways to calm your stressed dog on fireworks night, according to an expert, BBC Science Focus, 4 Nov 2023
Are we pathologizing normal pooch behaviour?, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 29 Oct 2023
Demystifying cat behavior with Dr. Zazie Todd, Happy Paws podcast, 13 Oct 2023
Instant Genius podcast: The bizarre science of cat behaviour, BBC Science Focus, 8 Sep 2023
How to create a home environment that will keep cats content and comfortable, South Bend Tribute, 19 Sep 2023
Cats in the spotlight, Wild at Heart Dogs Podcast, 12 Sep 2023
How to mindfully photograph animal roommates, Spirituality and Health, August 2023
Kitten caught playing with pit bull's ears melts hearts: 'My best friend', Newsweek, 10 July 2023
Friends Forever, Inside Your Cat's Mind 10, June 2023
Purrcast, A Dog's Life, 18 June 2023
Pet happiness, In Town and Out with Giacomo Panico, 17 June 2023
The science of making your cat happy, CBC Radio All in a Weekend with Sonali Karnick, 17 June 2023
387 days as cat guardians, NC Dia-Schneebeli, 11 June 2023
Two's company: How to tell if your cat wants a feline friend, Rover, 4 June 2023
More cat chat, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 4 June 2023
Animal shelter's 'camera broke' so it used drawings to inspire adoption, PetaPixel, 19 May 2023
Happiness unleashed: Dr. Zazie Todd reveals the secrets to happier dogs and stronger bonds, The Doodle Pro, 11 April 2023
The Meow Hour, BBC Radio London, 9 April 2023 (interview starts about 40mins 30s)
Here are 3 simple ways to calm a high-energy dog: 'Game-changer', Newsweek, 6 April 2023
Showcasing Canadian dog behaviour professionals, CAPDT Forum, Spring 2023
Get your cat's consent before petting, Cat Chat, 29 Mar 2023
New BC legislation looks to clarify pet custody during divorce, Today in BC, 27 Mar 2023
Time, space, and choices: Improving welfare for shelter cats with Dr. Zazie Todd's Purr, BARKS from the Guild, 23 Mar 2023
Boss cat rules over golden retriever duo, Newsweek, 23 Mar 2023
Facebook Live with the Academy for Dog Trainers, 21 Mar 2023
'Gentle giant' dog scared of kitten has internet in stitches, Newsweek, 20 Mar 2023
Your dog loves you when you do these 5 things, Woman's World, 13 Mar 2023
Show your canine you care with these 5 simple tips, Yahoo! Life, 13 Mar 2023
The British declared wellbeing as a right for all animals, Dog Talk (and Kitties Too!), 27 Feb 2023
Cat and puppy slowly in fall in love in heartwarming clip, Newsweek, 23 Feb 2023
The Five Freedoms, Cat Chat, 22 Feb 2023
Should I get a second dog?, The Farmer's Dog Digest, 18 Feb 2023
Anthropomorphism: Is it relevant?, PPG Advocacy Panel, 17 Feb 2023
Review of Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, Calcasieu Parish Public Library, 15 Feb 2023
How to build a happy home with cats and dogs, How 2 Dog, 12 Jan 2023
Your newly adopted rescue dog is almost (or already) here! Now what?, My Fantastic Friend, 4 Jan 2023
2022
Live From The Ranch Episode 61, Karen Pryor Clicker Training, 1 Dec 2022
Zazie Todd: Your dog questions answered, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 20 Nov 2022
How we know your dog loves you, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 13 Nov 2022
North by Northwest with Sheryl MacKay, CBC Radio, 5 Nov 2022 (interview starts around the 53 min mark).
Does your cat even like you?, Cat Chat, 2 Nov 2022
13 unique gifts for the cat lovers in your life, Buy Side from WSJ, 2 Nov 2022
How to stop your cat from scratching the furniture, Washington Post, 1 Nov 2022
Fancy restaurants for dogs are booming right now, Bon Appetit, 1 Nov 2022
Dog waiting for her birthday 'pawty' guests to arrive delights internet, Newsweek, 3 October 2022
Animal rights, pet book sales grow in domestic market, The Korea Times, 30 September 2022
More ways to make your cat happy, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 25 September 2022
How to make your cat happy, Radio New Zealand Sunday Morning, 18 September 2022
Facebook Live with The Academy for Dog Trainers, 13 September 2022
Purr: What does it take to make your cat happy?, The Other End of the Leash, 12 September 2022
Respect your elders - What do old kitties need?, Cat Chat, 12 September 2022
Purring is a love language no human can speak, The Atlantic, 7 September 2022
How to better understand your cat, Psych Crunch podcast, 6 Sep 2022
Making cats happy, Twitter Space hosted by Dr. Sebastiann Bol @iamscicomm, 20 Aug 2022
The Shift radio show, 18 Aug 2022
Psychology behind buying gifts for your pets, Harry and David, 10 Aug 2022
The 6 best dog books to read this summer, Paw Prints, August/September 2022
Why do dogs chase their tails?, Fetch by the Dodo, 2 August 2022
Backyard Pet Talk podcast with Shannon Riley-Coyner, Truly Force Free, 28 July 2022
Make vet visits easier for all involved, LaTrobe Bulletin, 27 July 2022
Want to adopt a pet? 6 myths about bringing home a new dog debunked, Country Living, 25 July 2022
Is my cat happy?, an excerpt from Purr in The Wildest, 12 July 2022
Leave the hiding cat alone!, Cat Chat, 6 July 2022
Kitten season! The importance of a good start in life, SCAS at Katzenworld, 6 July 2022
Happy cats with Zazie Todd, Pod to the Rescue, 2 July 2022
Purr by Zazie Todd, Mooresville (IN) Public Library, 30 June 2022
National Adopt a Cat Month review of Purr, Sweatpants and Coffee, 26 June 2022
Facebook Live about Purr, The Pet Professional Guild, 17 June 2022
Put the spray bottle in the trash!, Cat Chat, 15 June 2022
PURR-cast with Anna Webb, A Dog's Life, 12 June 2022
Learn how to make your cat happy with Zazie Todd, Hub City Books, 8 June 2022
25 great animal care blogs, Vet Tech Colleges, 6 June 2022
Why your pet having random 'accidents' could be a sign of a serious issue, Newsweek, 4 June 2022
The cat's nose knows, Cat Chat podcast, 2 June 2022
When to start weaning puppies and what to feed them, Newsweek, 29 May 2022
Dr. Zazie Todd shares her newest book: Purr, Your Family Dog podcast, 24 May 2022
What kitten you should get according to your personality, Newsweek, 23 May 2022
Should you pet your cat with a toothbrush?, Newsweek, 16 May 2022
How to tell if your cat is happy -- the science of making your pet purr, The Times, 14 May 2022
Purr by Zazie Todd, The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, Portsmouth Cat Sitting, 10 May 2022
The science of making your cat happy, Breakfast Television, 9 May 2022
Contented cats, Pet Connection, 9 May 2022
Does your cat need to lose weight? How to put your pet on a diet, Newsweek, 6 May 2022
What kitten to get your child depending on their personality, Newsweek, 5 May 2022
A book with ways to keep your cat purring, Cat Chat, 5 May 2022
The science of making your cat happy, CTV Your Morning, 5 May 2022
The surprising science behind happy cats, Healthing, 4 May 2022
CBC Radio syndication interviews: Shift New Brunswick; On the Go St John's; Breakaway Quebec City; All Points West Victoria; Up to Speed Winnipeg; On the Coast Vancouver; Mainstreet Halifax; Homestretch Calgary; Radio West Kelowna; Airplay Whitehorse; Up North Sudbury/Thunder Bay; Afternoon Edition Saskatchewan, 4 May 2022
How to keep your dog entertained when you're working from home, Newsweek, 3 May 2022
Review of Purr, Random Things Through My Letterbox, 3 May 2022
Purr author spills the catnip tea on feline happiness, Fear Free Happy Homes, 2 May 2022
Ask an expert: Cat happiness, Global BC News Morning, 1 May 2022
Cats deserve to be happy - here's how to enrich their lives, Zazie Todd interviewed by Dr. Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 29 April 2022
Best games to keep your cat entertained, Newsweek, 29 April 2022
The Morning Show, Global National, 28 April 2022
Why do cats meow?, Newsweek, 21 April 2022
Facebook live with the Academy for Dog Trainers, 20 April 2022
The behavioural development of puppies, FCI podcast, 19 April 2022
Does my dog like me?, Farmer's Dog Digest, 17 April 2022
Why does my cat wag its tail?, Newsweek, 16 April 2022
Can you train a cat?, Newsweek, 14 April 2022
How to stop cats scratching furniture, Newsweek, 9 April 2022
Why do cats chatter at birds?, Newsweek, 8 April 2022
Pets acting up? A pep-talk for fixing bad behavior, American Association of Pet Parents, 4 April 2022
How to choose a dog trainer, The Doggy Dojo Podcast, 5 April 2022
March Book Club: Zazie Todd on making our dogs happy, Good Dog, 30 March 2022
DogCast Radio, Episode 250, 26 March 2022
Why do cats like boxes so much?, Newsweek, 22 March 2022
What do dogs dream about?, Newsweek, 21 March 2022
Why does my dog stare at me?, Newsweek, 17 March 2022
Why does my cat bite me? Here's why your feline randomly attacks you, Newsweek, 16 March 2022
Feline lives reimagined, AAHA Trends magazine, March 2022
Why do cats hiss?, Newsweek, 14 Mar 2022
The Science of Making Your Cat Happy, The Pet Buzz, week of 13 Mar 2022; radio and podcast
Why your cat is hiding and what to do about it, Newsweek, 11 Mar 2022
Cat not eating? 9 reasons why and how to help, Newsweek, 4 Mar 2022
Helping your fearful dog (with Zazie Todd), Positively Victoria Stilwell (Youtube), 25 Feb 2022
Should I hug my dog? Or any dog?, The Farmers Dog Digest, 23 Feb 2022
OHS event series: Learn how to keep your pets happy, Stittsville Central, 20 Feb 2022
What do cats like to eat for breakfast? Best foods for your fussy feline, Newsweek, 12 Feb 2022
The secret life of pets. Ottawa Humane Society's latest webinar series exploring happiness of pets, City News Ottawa, 9 Feb 2022
The Sam Laprade Show, City News Ottawa, 9 Feb 2022
Why do cats like to sleep with their owners?, Newsweek, 5 Feb 2022
Dog secret unmasked: What your pet's bark really means--and how to get them to stop, The Express, 3 Feb 2022
From yaps to howls: What your dog's bark means--and how to get them to tone it down, The Guardian, 2 Feb 2022
Why is my dog barking at nothing? Causes and treatments for your noisy pooch, Newsweek, 29 Jan 2022
Can cats see in the dark? Your feline's hidden talents, Newsweek, 22 Jan 2022
Tails from the Dog House: Separation Anxiety Explained with special guest Zazie Todd PhD, 20 Jan 2022
We didn't spread bad info, Bunsen and BEAKER, Jan 2022
Resources for pet families affected by the Colorado fire, Doggy Geeks University, Jan 2022
Happy cats, BC BookLook, Jan 7 2022
Review of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Bookdragon Di (Youtube), 4 Jan 2022
7 cat books you must read in 2022, The Cattington Post, 3 Jan 2022
5 helpful resources for pet owners, Wiki ezvid, 16 July 2020
Why you should feed your cat 5 times a day, Lifehacker, 8 July 2020
How to make your pet happy with animal behavior expert Zazie Todd, The Upgrade (Lifehacker), 6 July 2020
Your dog watches you use the bathroom because they love you, MEL magazine, 22 June 2020
Dominant alpha humans don't garner dogs respect and trust, Psychology Today, 27 May 2020
Do I need to be the 'alpha' if I want my dog to respect me?, MEL magazine, 25 May 2020.
Zazie Todd on the science of making happy dogs, Your Family Dog podcast, 19 May 2020
Dogs, Science, and Happiness, Happy Paws magazine, Spring 2020.
Dog Talk (and Kitties Too) with Radio Pet Lady, 9 May 2020
Author helps to deliver happier times for dogs and their humans, Vancouver Sun, 6 May 2020
Help! My dog is going crazy in quarantine, MEL magazine, 6 May 2020
Darren Adam Show, LBC Radio, 4 May 2020
Book Review: Wag, Janetta Harvey.com. 30 Apr 2020
Life from Home, Cheddar TV, 29 Apr 2020
BARKS podcast with Dr. Zazie Todd, 28 Apr 2020
Can the coronavirus live on the surface of my dog?, MEL Magazine, 28 Apr 2020
Fat pet cats are cute, but our enthusaism for them may be harmful, The Globe and Mail, 25 Apr 2020
Understand how your pet pooch is really feeling with these body language tips, The Sun on Sunday, 19 Apr 2020
It's the best and worst time to get a new pet, Forge, 15 Apr 2020
CTV's Your Morning, 15 Apr 2020
Victoria talks to DBC presenter Zazie Todd, Victoria Stilwell podcast, 13 Apr 2020
America's pets can't take quarantine any more, Slate, 11 Apr 2020
Breakfast Television Toronto, 6 Apr 2020
What we can learn from European dog culture, New York Times, 28 Mar 2020
Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy - a review, Eileen and Dogs, 25 Mar 2020
Wag: An interview with Zazie Todd about the science of making your dog happy, Kristi Benson, 24 Mar 2020
The Morning Show, Global News, 16 Mar 2020
'Sniffaris', training and treats: how to raise a happier dog, The Telegraph, 14 Mar 2020
Dogs in gilded cages: surviving, but not thriving, Psychology Today, 12 Mar 2020
The Barking Hour, BBC Radio London, 12 Mar 2020
A wag for life: expert animal psychologist reveals how to have a happy dog, The Sunday Post, 8 Mar 2020
Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy (Zazie Todd, PhD, interviewed by Dr. Marc Bekoff), Psychology Today, 10 Mar 2020.
Interview with Zazie Todd, author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, The Academy for Dog Trainers, 10 Mar 2020.
Dogs in Yards: Are They Happy?, Fear Free Happy Homes, 9 Mar 2020.
Zazie Todd's Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Believe in Dog podcast, 9 Mar 2020.
Zazie Todd - Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Barks from the Bookshelf podcast, 8 Mar 2020.
Meet the Author: Zazie Todd, Author of Wag, Greystone Books, 4 Mar 2020.
CBC radio syndication interviews: Mainstreet PEI; On the Go St Johns; Mainstreet Halifax; Homestretch Calgary; Radio Active Edmonton; Afternoon Edition Saskatchewan; On the Coast Vancouver; Up to Speed Winnipeg; Airplay Whitehorse; Mainstreet Cape Breton (Sydney); All Points West Victoria; Radio West Kelowna; Up North Sudbury; Afternoon Drive London/Windsor; Yellowknife, 3 Mar 2020.
What does my dog think its name is?, MEL magazine, 2 Mar 2020.
Canine contentment, Pet Connection, 2 Mar 2020.
How do I explain to my pets that I broke up with my partner, who they absolutely loved?, MEL magazine, 12 Feb 2020.
The Science of Dog Happiness, Inside Your Dog's Mind, Feb 2020.
Reward-based training depends on owner perceptions, Fear Free Pets, 2 Jan 2020.
Does my pet know how wasted I am?, MEL magazine, 30 Dec 2019.
À quoi rêve les chiens? Le sommeil des animaux expliqué, Madmoizelle, 5 Dec 2019.
What to do if your neighbor's dog won't stop barking, MEL magazine, 3 Dec 2019.
What do animals dream about?, MEL magazine, 19 Nov 2019.
Study: Negative dog training methods can cause long term harm, Learning English, 17 November 2019.
2021
7 of the best dog books to help you understand your furry friend, Science Focus, 28 Dec 2021
Kind corner: Align, educate, and invest!, AnimalKind, 28 Dec 2021
How to keep cats out of your Christmas tree and away from presents during the holidays, Newsweek, 24 Dec 2021
PPG Advocacy Panel: Meeting people where they are to facilitate change, BARKS podcast, 20 Dec 2021
2021 dog Holiday gift guide, Sara Ondrako, Dec 2021
Make vet visits easier for all involved, Washington Times Herald, 25 Nov 2021
PPG Advocacy Panel: Advocating to let dogs be dogs, cats be cats, equids be equids, BARKS podcast, 29 Oct 2021
How to make your dog happy, The Farmers Dog, 22 Oct 2021
Make a Dog's Day: Free virtual classes for every pet family, NBC Bay Area, 13 Oct 2021
Veterinary behaviorists: No role for aversive dog training practices, JAVMA News, 1 Nov 2021
8 tips to keep cats off counters, Newsweek, 3 Oct 2021
7 mistakes to avoid when introducing cats and dogs, Newsweek, 26 Sep 2021
How to get a dog to like you, MEL magazine, 13 Sep 2021
The Greg Cote Show episode 35, The Miami Herald, 13 Sep 2021
Create a 'freebie' to help you grow, The Week in Newsletters, 7 Sep 2021
Food: A gift from the gods to you and your dog, A Positive Connection, 20 Aug 2021
Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, PACTA BC, 31 July 2021
BARKS podcast, 19 July 2021
What Makes You Click with Daniel Mills (podcast), 11 July 2021
Adopting a rescue dog--more advice from the professionals, Fox 26, 24 June 2021
Every dog is different, Upward Hound, 15 June 2021
10 must-read books that will help you be the perfect pet parent, The Telegraph of India, 27 May 2021
How to train your dog to skateboard, MEL magazine, 16 Mar 2021
A Dog's Life with Anna Webb (podcast), 14 Mar 2021
Get Fido friendly, Dogster, April/May 2021.
Why do dogs poop where they poop?, MEL Magazine, Feb 2020.
In praise of positive reinforcement for your pets, WIRED, 30 Jan 21
Is your new dog nipping, humping, or playing rough with your kids?, Today's Parent, 21 Jan 21
¿Cómo preparar a nuestras mascotas para la vida post pandemia? 5 claves, Rio Negro (Spanish translation of WaPo article listed below), 5 Jan 2021
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| Zazie Todd and her book Wag featured in The Telegraph on 14 March 2020 |
2020
What to do if your dog hates going to the vet, MEL magazine, 23 Dec 2020
Lockdown brings separation anxiety for owners and pets, The Independent Online, 19 Dec 2020
The Greg Cote Show episode 41, The Miami Herald, 14 Dec 2020 (and corresponding article here)
How much 'well' is in welfare?, The DoGenius, 10 Dec 2020
Put down your phone to connect with your dog, Fear Free Happy Homes, 7 Dec 2020
9 tips for moving with cats, Yahoo Lifestyle, 3 Dec 2020
How to introduce a new kitten to your cat, Yahoo Lifestyle, 1 Dec 2020
It's time to start preparing Fluffy and Fido for post-pandemic life?, Washington Post, 30 Nov 2020
Permitir a los perros que huelan les ayuda a pensar positivamente, El Confidencial, 10 Nov 2020
How to parent a puppy, Inside Your Dog's Mind magazine, Fall 2020
Tom Swarbrick Show, LBC Radio, 28 Oct 2020
Do we crate too much?, Modern Dog magazine, Fall 2020
Ces chats ont eu de drôles de coupes chez le vétérinaire pour une opération, ipnoze, 17 Sep 2020
Are dogs really learning how to talk?, MEL magazine, 16 Sep 2020
Books, Barks, and Banter Chat with Zazie Todd about Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Books Barks and Banter, 1 Sep 2020
When your dog has something in its mouth, MEL magazine, 28 Aug 2020
Why training your dog is so important, and how to start, Daily Paws, 24 Aug 2020
What to do when your puppy cries - and why he's doing it, Daily Paws, 24 Aug 2020
Darren Adam Show, LBC Radio, 20 Aug 2020
Dig in: Summer reading for dog lovers, Academy for Dog Trainers, 23 July 2020
How to help your dog deal with pet insomnia, MEL magazine, 20 July 2020
Why you should feed your cat 5 times a day, Lifehacker, 8 July 2020
How to make your pet happy with animal behavior expert Zazie Todd, The Upgrade (Lifehacker), 6 July 2020
Your dog watches you use the bathroom because they love you, MEL magazine, 22 June 2020
Dominant alpha humans don't garner dogs respect and trust, Psychology Today, 27 May 2020
Do I need to be the 'alpha' if I want my dog to respect me?, MEL magazine, 25 May 2020.
Zazie Todd on the science of making happy dogs, Your Family Dog podcast, 19 May 2020
Dogs, Science, and Happiness, Happy Paws magazine, Spring 2020.
Dog Talk (and Kitties Too) with Radio Pet Lady, 9 May 2020
Author helps to deliver happier times for dogs and their humans, Vancouver Sun, 6 May 2020
Help! My dog is going crazy in quarantine, MEL magazine, 6 May 2020
Darren Adam Show, LBC Radio, 4 May 2020
Book Review: Wag, Janetta Harvey.com. 30 Apr 2020
Life from Home, Cheddar TV, 29 Apr 2020
BARKS podcast with Dr. Zazie Todd, 28 Apr 2020
Can the coronavirus live on the surface of my dog?, MEL Magazine, 28 Apr 2020
Fat pet cats are cute, but our enthusaism for them may be harmful, The Globe and Mail, 25 Apr 2020
Understand how your pet pooch is really feeling with these body language tips, The Sun on Sunday, 19 Apr 2020
It's the best and worst time to get a new pet, Forge, 15 Apr 2020
CTV's Your Morning, 15 Apr 2020
Victoria talks to DBC presenter Zazie Todd, Victoria Stilwell podcast, 13 Apr 2020
America's pets can't take quarantine any more, Slate, 11 Apr 2020
Breakfast Television Toronto, 6 Apr 2020
What we can learn from European dog culture, New York Times, 28 Mar 2020
Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy - a review, Eileen and Dogs, 25 Mar 2020
Wag: An interview with Zazie Todd about the science of making your dog happy, Kristi Benson, 24 Mar 2020
The Morning Show, Global News, 16 Mar 2020
'Sniffaris', training and treats: how to raise a happier dog, The Telegraph, 14 Mar 2020
Dogs in gilded cages: surviving, but not thriving, Psychology Today, 12 Mar 2020
The Barking Hour, BBC Radio London, 12 Mar 2020
A wag for life: expert animal psychologist reveals how to have a happy dog, The Sunday Post, 8 Mar 2020
Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy (Zazie Todd, PhD, interviewed by Dr. Marc Bekoff), Psychology Today, 10 Mar 2020.
Interview with Zazie Todd, author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, The Academy for Dog Trainers, 10 Mar 2020.
Dogs in Yards: Are They Happy?, Fear Free Happy Homes, 9 Mar 2020.
Zazie Todd's Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Believe in Dog podcast, 9 Mar 2020.
Zazie Todd - Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Barks from the Bookshelf podcast, 8 Mar 2020.
Meet the Author: Zazie Todd, Author of Wag, Greystone Books, 4 Mar 2020.
CBC radio syndication interviews: Mainstreet PEI; On the Go St Johns; Mainstreet Halifax; Homestretch Calgary; Radio Active Edmonton; Afternoon Edition Saskatchewan; On the Coast Vancouver; Up to Speed Winnipeg; Airplay Whitehorse; Mainstreet Cape Breton (Sydney); All Points West Victoria; Radio West Kelowna; Up North Sudbury; Afternoon Drive London/Windsor; Yellowknife, 3 Mar 2020.
What does my dog think its name is?, MEL magazine, 2 Mar 2020.
Canine contentment, Pet Connection, 2 Mar 2020.
How do I explain to my pets that I broke up with my partner, who they absolutely loved?, MEL magazine, 12 Feb 2020.
The Science of Dog Happiness, Inside Your Dog's Mind, Feb 2020.
Reward-based training depends on owner perceptions, Fear Free Pets, 2 Jan 2020.
2019
Favorites of 2019; new names for ewe lambs, The Other End of the Leash, 30 Dec 2019Does my pet know how wasted I am?, MEL magazine, 30 Dec 2019.
À quoi rêve les chiens? Le sommeil des animaux expliqué, Madmoizelle, 5 Dec 2019.
What to do if your neighbor's dog won't stop barking, MEL magazine, 3 Dec 2019.
What do animals dream about?, MEL magazine, 19 Nov 2019.
Study: Negative dog training methods can cause long term harm, Learning English, 17 November 2019.
Wagging the dog, BC BookLook, Nov 27 2019.
Bad dog? Think twice before yelling, experts say, Science, 6 Nov 2019.
Why do dogs hump everything?, MEL magazine, 6 Nov 2019.
Darren Adam show, LBC radio, 5 Nov 2019.
Intelligence for your health radio show, 4 Nov 2019.
Nursing students feline fine after award honour, Vet Times, 24 October 2019.
Arlene Bynon Show, Sirius XM, 18 October 2019.
Food rewards: Way to a dog's heart IS through its stomach, Washington Post, 1 October 2019 (and many other news outlets as it's an AP story).
Best pet blogs pet parents can find on the internet, Cyberpet, 26 August 2019.
Should you take your dog to the dog park? The answer may surprise you, This Dog's Life, 2 Aug 2019.
Curiosity with Zazie Todd, PhD, Unleashed (at home and at work) podcast with Colleen Pelar, 1 Aug 2019.
Good audiobooks to listen to while walking with dogs: An occasional series, kristibenson.com, 17 July 2019.
Coming Spring 2020 - Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Greystone Books, 18 June 2019.
How to raise a healthy and happy dog, Pawstruck, 18 June 2019.
How to pet a dog the right way, Mother Nature Network, 6 June 2019.
"Bad dog?" The psychology of using positive reinforcement, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 6 June 2019.
Nose work is scentsational for dogs, Fear Free Happy Homes, 27 May 2019.
Worried about using food during training?, Kelly Ballantyne at AVSAB blog, 19 May 2019; reprinted from Insightful Animals.
Should dogs be shocked, choked or pronged?, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 25 Apr 2019; also reprinted at The Bark.
Is your dog asking for personal space?, Educanine, 25 Apr 2019
Adorable cats looking out of window cause this lady late to work, Feed Me Malaysia, 23 Apr 2019
For a healthier life, don't let your pet get overweight, BARKS blog, 14 Apr 2019
Understanding the canine mind, Happy Paws magazine, Spring/Summer 2019
The best dog toys, Reviews.com
Study conducted on verbal processing and how dogs understand humans, Advocate-Messenger News, 26 March 2019
The responsible pet owner’s checklist for taking care of a pet, PetMD, 19 March 2019
240 badass female bloggers of 2019, Lady Boss Blogger, 15 March 2019
Why some dogs like to be touched but others don’t, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 2 March 2019
Being touched is fine for some dogs, but not for others Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 2 Mar 2019
11 ways to take care of your dog as it gets older, Bustle, March 2019
Do anxious owners make for anxious dogs?, National Geographic (and translated for other national versions of the website), 1 March 2019
A reflection on dangerous dogs, breed specific legislation, dog bites and shelters, Woof Like to Meet, 17 Feb 2019
Ethical views on the use and abuse of animals, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 8 Feb 2019
Allowing dogs to sniff helps them think positively, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 7 Feb 2019
Barriers to the adoption of humane dog training, podcast with Bravo Dog, 5 Feb 2019
How to keep your cat from destructive scratching, Lincoln Pet Culture, 4 Feb 2019
Should you ignore your dog when leaving the house?, Fear Free Happy Homes, 28 Jan 2019
For good cat-dog relationships, focus on the cat, Fear Free Pets
Worried about using food during training?, Insightful Animals, 28 Jan 2019
Four cat enrichment groups on Facebook, Lincoln Pet Culture, 16 Jan 2019
Can cats and dogs get along? Science says yes, Fear Free Happy Homes, 14 Jan 2019
Tick tock understanding your pet’s inner clock, Rock n Roll Dogs, 5 Dec 2018
Don’t read my blog – read theirs instead, Behavior Matters Academy, 29 Nov 2018
Anthony Clavane: The tendency is to see Neil, Marr and Humphrys as grumpy old men.. But it reeks of double standards. Yorkshire Post, 23 Nov 2018
Should you say goodbye to your dog before you leave them?, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 30 Sep 2018
Psychologist tells us what pets want from their owners, Animal Radio, 22 Sep 2018
Psicologia canina: dobbiamo salutare il cane prima di uscire di casa?, Ammore a quattro zampe
Blog will help you, your dog, enjoy life, Albuquerque Journal, 31 Aug 2018
Dr. Zazie Todd: Eight tips to help fearful dogs feel safe, A Positive Connection, 21 Aug 2018
Reading list for dog owners, BARKS blog, 14 Aug 2018
Pet psychology, Radio New Zealand, 14 Aug 2018
Ever wonder how your dog sees the world? Read this, NDTV, 30 July 2018
Your dog wants you to check out this blog so you both will get more enjoyment in life, Seattle Times, 29 July 2018
Your dog and cat wish they could tell you this, Washington Post, 27 July 2018
How the ‘cat lady’ trope came to be, Huffington Post, 19 July 2018
Things to consider before buying a puppy, Fupping, 15 July 2018
Is What the Fluff? cruel to pups?, Slate, 13 July 2018
Dog smarts: The science of what they think about and know, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 3 Jul 2018
Is it time to ban shock collars for dogs in all situations?, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 22 Jun 2018
If you won’t talk to your cat about catnip, who will?, Science Borealis, 22 May 2018
Choosing a dog training method, Underdog’s Triumph, 29 April 2018
What a dog geneticist wants you to know about dog genetics, Scientific American DogSpies, 25 Apr 2018
Dogs’ noses in the news: Scent reduces stress in shelters, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 21 Apr 2018
Canine Confidential: Why dogs do what they do, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 11 Apr 2018
It’s National Puppy Day so give them all the love you can, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 23 Mar 2018
Thunderphobia in dogs, BARKS blog, 13 Mar 2018
The Current, CBC Radio, 5 Mar 2018
Dogs of all ages need to be challenged: Use it or lose it, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 1 Feb 2018
This year, make the world better for dogs, Scientific American DogSpies, 1 Feb 2018
How to find a dog trainer you can trust with your pup, Inquisitive Canine, 8 Jan 2018
The Animals and Us year in review, Hal Herzog, Psychology Today, 5 Jan 2018
How to give dogs the best lives possible in a human world, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 8 Dec 2017
Why do food rewards win, but not for separation anxiety?, BARKS blog, 4 Dec 2017
Giving puppies extra socialization is beneficial for them, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 1 Dec 2017
Turns out you can teach an old cat new tricks, Lifehacker, 5 Oct 2017
Interview with Zazie Todd, Companion Animal Psychology, Lincoln Animal Ambassadors, 18 Jul 2017
When pets hear, “It’s Your Choice”, Scientific American DogSpies, 15 Jun 2017
How to make happy dogs even happier, Your Family Dog podcast, 16 May 2017
When humans speak dog, Heal to Howl, 28 Feb 2017
Dogs: love, rejection, dominance, training, and breeding, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 16 Feb 2017
Why people buy dogs who they know will suffer and die young, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 25 Feb 2017
Cats would like you to know they are open to training, Scientific American DogSpies, 15 Jun 2016
Local blog celebrates fourth anniversary, Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows Times, 23 April 2016
Featured Blog: Companion Animal Psychology, Science Borealis, 29 Feb 2016
Australian study reveals challenges, pitfalls, of evaluating dog behavior in shelters, Maddies Fund Chew on This, 2 Feb 2016
Can dog bite prevention actually prevent dog bites?, Scientific American DogSpies, 14 Jun 2015
Really, canine science is open access, Scientific American DogSpies, 28 April 2015
We surrender our dogs. Help scientists understand why, Scientific American DogSpies, 21 Jan 2015
Fallout from the use of aversives, Eileenanddogs
28 Santa-approved dog science articles, Scientific American DogSpies, 25 Dec 2014
What influences dog owners to pick up after their pets?, Big Think, 21 Dec 2014
Researchers confirm dogs like to work for their treats, Dog Time
Clever Boy! Dogs prefer to earn treats by solving problems, rather than receiving handouts, The Daily Mail, 12 Jun 2014
Dog-eared reading (June 2014), Scientific American DogSpies, 30 Jun 2014
Four things humans do that dogs love, Kristi Benson Dog Training, 20 Apr 2014
February Dog Round-up (Brains, an Identity Crisis, Undrinkables and More), Scientific American DogSpies, 28 Feb 2014
One in 10 adopted pets is lost or returned after six months, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jun 2013
Bad dog? Think twice before yelling, experts say, Science, 6 Nov 2019.
Why do dogs hump everything?, MEL magazine, 6 Nov 2019.
Darren Adam show, LBC radio, 5 Nov 2019.
Intelligence for your health radio show, 4 Nov 2019.
Nursing students feline fine after award honour, Vet Times, 24 October 2019.
Arlene Bynon Show, Sirius XM, 18 October 2019.
Food rewards: Way to a dog's heart IS through its stomach, Washington Post, 1 October 2019 (and many other news outlets as it's an AP story).
Best pet blogs pet parents can find on the internet, Cyberpet, 26 August 2019.
Should you take your dog to the dog park? The answer may surprise you, This Dog's Life, 2 Aug 2019.
Curiosity with Zazie Todd, PhD, Unleashed (at home and at work) podcast with Colleen Pelar, 1 Aug 2019.
Good audiobooks to listen to while walking with dogs: An occasional series, kristibenson.com, 17 July 2019.
Coming Spring 2020 - Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy, Greystone Books, 18 June 2019.
How to raise a healthy and happy dog, Pawstruck, 18 June 2019.
How to pet a dog the right way, Mother Nature Network, 6 June 2019.
"Bad dog?" The psychology of using positive reinforcement, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 6 June 2019.
Nose work is scentsational for dogs, Fear Free Happy Homes, 27 May 2019.
Worried about using food during training?, Kelly Ballantyne at AVSAB blog, 19 May 2019; reprinted from Insightful Animals.
Should dogs be shocked, choked or pronged?, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 25 Apr 2019; also reprinted at The Bark.
Is your dog asking for personal space?, Educanine, 25 Apr 2019
Adorable cats looking out of window cause this lady late to work, Feed Me Malaysia, 23 Apr 2019
For a healthier life, don't let your pet get overweight, BARKS blog, 14 Apr 2019
Understanding the canine mind, Happy Paws magazine, Spring/Summer 2019
The best dog toys, Reviews.com
Study conducted on verbal processing and how dogs understand humans, Advocate-Messenger News, 26 March 2019
The responsible pet owner’s checklist for taking care of a pet, PetMD, 19 March 2019
240 badass female bloggers of 2019, Lady Boss Blogger, 15 March 2019
Why some dogs like to be touched but others don’t, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 2 March 2019
Being touched is fine for some dogs, but not for others Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 2 Mar 2019
11 ways to take care of your dog as it gets older, Bustle, March 2019
Do anxious owners make for anxious dogs?, National Geographic (and translated for other national versions of the website), 1 March 2019
A reflection on dangerous dogs, breed specific legislation, dog bites and shelters, Woof Like to Meet, 17 Feb 2019
Ethical views on the use and abuse of animals, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 8 Feb 2019
Allowing dogs to sniff helps them think positively, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 7 Feb 2019
Barriers to the adoption of humane dog training, podcast with Bravo Dog, 5 Feb 2019
How to keep your cat from destructive scratching, Lincoln Pet Culture, 4 Feb 2019
Should you ignore your dog when leaving the house?, Fear Free Happy Homes, 28 Jan 2019
For good cat-dog relationships, focus on the cat, Fear Free Pets
Worried about using food during training?, Insightful Animals, 28 Jan 2019
Four cat enrichment groups on Facebook, Lincoln Pet Culture, 16 Jan 2019
Can cats and dogs get along? Science says yes, Fear Free Happy Homes, 14 Jan 2019
2018
Partnering with the veterinary community, BARKS blog, 14 Dec 2018Tick tock understanding your pet’s inner clock, Rock n Roll Dogs, 5 Dec 2018
Don’t read my blog – read theirs instead, Behavior Matters Academy, 29 Nov 2018
Anthony Clavane: The tendency is to see Neil, Marr and Humphrys as grumpy old men.. But it reeks of double standards. Yorkshire Post, 23 Nov 2018
Should you say goodbye to your dog before you leave them?, Marc Bekoff at Psychology Today, 30 Sep 2018
Psychologist tells us what pets want from their owners, Animal Radio, 22 Sep 2018
Psicologia canina: dobbiamo salutare il cane prima di uscire di casa?, Ammore a quattro zampe
Blog will help you, your dog, enjoy life, Albuquerque Journal, 31 Aug 2018
Dr. Zazie Todd: Eight tips to help fearful dogs feel safe, A Positive Connection, 21 Aug 2018
Reading list for dog owners, BARKS blog, 14 Aug 2018
Pet psychology, Radio New Zealand, 14 Aug 2018
Ever wonder how your dog sees the world? Read this, NDTV, 30 July 2018
Your dog wants you to check out this blog so you both will get more enjoyment in life, Seattle Times, 29 July 2018
Your dog and cat wish they could tell you this, Washington Post, 27 July 2018
How the ‘cat lady’ trope came to be, Huffington Post, 19 July 2018
Things to consider before buying a puppy, Fupping, 15 July 2018
Is What the Fluff? cruel to pups?, Slate, 13 July 2018
Dog smarts: The science of what they think about and know, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 3 Jul 2018
Is it time to ban shock collars for dogs in all situations?, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 22 Jun 2018
If you won’t talk to your cat about catnip, who will?, Science Borealis, 22 May 2018
Choosing a dog training method, Underdog’s Triumph, 29 April 2018
What a dog geneticist wants you to know about dog genetics, Scientific American DogSpies, 25 Apr 2018
Dogs’ noses in the news: Scent reduces stress in shelters, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 21 Apr 2018
Canine Confidential: Why dogs do what they do, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 11 Apr 2018
It’s National Puppy Day so give them all the love you can, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 23 Mar 2018
Thunderphobia in dogs, BARKS blog, 13 Mar 2018
The Current, CBC Radio, 5 Mar 2018
Dogs of all ages need to be challenged: Use it or lose it, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 1 Feb 2018
This year, make the world better for dogs, Scientific American DogSpies, 1 Feb 2018
How to find a dog trainer you can trust with your pup, Inquisitive Canine, 8 Jan 2018
The Animals and Us year in review, Hal Herzog, Psychology Today, 5 Jan 2018
2017
How to make the world better for nonhuman animals, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 17 Dec 2019How to give dogs the best lives possible in a human world, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 8 Dec 2017
Why do food rewards win, but not for separation anxiety?, BARKS blog, 4 Dec 2017
Giving puppies extra socialization is beneficial for them, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 1 Dec 2017
Turns out you can teach an old cat new tricks, Lifehacker, 5 Oct 2017
Interview with Zazie Todd, Companion Animal Psychology, Lincoln Animal Ambassadors, 18 Jul 2017
When pets hear, “It’s Your Choice”, Scientific American DogSpies, 15 Jun 2017
How to make happy dogs even happier, Your Family Dog podcast, 16 May 2017
When humans speak dog, Heal to Howl, 28 Feb 2017
Dogs: love, rejection, dominance, training, and breeding, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 16 Feb 2017
Why people buy dogs who they know will suffer and die young, Marc Bekoff, Psychology Today, 25 Feb 2017
2016
Hot dogs offer window into canine emotions, Scientific American DogSpies, 31 Oct 2016Cats would like you to know they are open to training, Scientific American DogSpies, 15 Jun 2016
Local blog celebrates fourth anniversary, Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows Times, 23 April 2016
Featured Blog: Companion Animal Psychology, Science Borealis, 29 Feb 2016
Australian study reveals challenges, pitfalls, of evaluating dog behavior in shelters, Maddies Fund Chew on This, 2 Feb 2016
2015
Not all "choices" are equal, Eileenanddogs, 19 Jun 2015Can dog bite prevention actually prevent dog bites?, Scientific American DogSpies, 14 Jun 2015
Really, canine science is open access, Scientific American DogSpies, 28 April 2015
We surrender our dogs. Help scientists understand why, Scientific American DogSpies, 21 Jan 2015
Fallout from the use of aversives, Eileenanddogs
2014
It’s not you, it’s me: If a dog won’t play with you it could be your fault, Scientific American DogSpies, 31 Dec 201428 Santa-approved dog science articles, Scientific American DogSpies, 25 Dec 2014
What influences dog owners to pick up after their pets?, Big Think, 21 Dec 2014
Researchers confirm dogs like to work for their treats, Dog Time
Clever Boy! Dogs prefer to earn treats by solving problems, rather than receiving handouts, The Daily Mail, 12 Jun 2014
Dog-eared reading (June 2014), Scientific American DogSpies, 30 Jun 2014
Four things humans do that dogs love, Kristi Benson Dog Training, 20 Apr 2014
February Dog Round-up (Brains, an Identity Crisis, Undrinkables and More), Scientific American DogSpies, 28 Feb 2014
2013
A fascinating difference between pet dogs and tame wolves, io9, 23 Sep 2013One in 10 adopted pets is lost or returned after six months, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Jun 2013
