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Zazie Todd Ph.D.

About

Zazie Todd, Ph.D., is an animal behavior expert and award-winning author. She got the world talking about happiness for dogs and cats with her books Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy. Her third book, Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog will be published in October 2024. She is the creator of the Companion Animal Psychology blog, where she writes about how to have happy cats and dogs thanks to science.

Todd has a Ph.D. in Psychology (University of Nottingham) and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing (UBC). She graduated with honors from the Academy for Dog Trainers and has an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behavior with Distinction from International Cat Care. She is a multi-species professional member of the Pet Professional Guild and an affiliate member of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior.

Todd grew up in Leeds, in the north of England, and now lives in Maple Ridge, BC, Canada, with her husband, a dog, and a cat.

Books by Zazie Todd Ph.D.
Recent Posts
England Moves to Ban Electric Shock Collars for Dogs

A ban on the use of electronic collars in dog training has been announced in England. What are the reasons, and will other countries follow suit?

A ban on the use of electronic collars in dog training has been announced in England. What are the reasons, and will other countries follow suit?

Bad Dog, Bad Welfare?

If your pet misbehaves, it’s best not to correct them. Instead, focus on teaching them to do the behaviours you want with positive reinforcement and avoid the risks of aversives.

If your pet misbehaves, it’s best not to correct them. Instead, focus on teaching them to do the behaviours you want with positive reinforcement and avoid the risks of aversives.

Should We Treat Big and Small Dogs the Same Way?

Training, exercise, and enrichment can affect the behavior of small dogs like Yorkies, Westies, and chihuahuas. Here's why you should do more for your little dog.

Training, exercise, and enrichment can affect the behavior of small dogs like Yorkies, Westies, and chihuahuas. Here's why you should do more for your little dog.

Flat-Faced Dogs Must Be Able to Breathe, Says New Campaign

French Bulldogs, Bulldogs, and Pugs are very popular, but people must be aware of their health issues and choose puppies with less-extreme features.

French Bulldogs, Bulldogs, and Pugs are very popular, but people must be aware of their health issues and choose puppies with less-extreme features.

Every Interaction With Your Pet Is a Training Opportunity

Learn two ways that people commonly teach their dog or cat to do something they don’t want, and why we shouldn’t always require a behavior.

Learn two ways that people commonly teach their dog or cat to do something they don’t want, and why we shouldn’t always require a behavior.