The Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

The Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

Author: Zazie Todd PhD and Kristi Benson CTC Language: English Episodes: 50
Ever wondered what your pet is really thinking, or how the latest animal behaviour research might change your approach to a common challenge? That’s the kind of ground covered in The Pawsitive Post in Conversation. Hosts Zazie Todd and Kristi Benson bring their combined expertise-rooted in science and practical, hands-on training-into a series of discussions that feel more like a thoughtful chat with knowledgeable friends than a formal lecture. You’ll hear them unpack the nuances of dog and cat behaviour, offering actionable advice that always aligns with kind, reward-based methods. The conversation often extends beyond training tips to explore the fascinating science behind our pets' actions, helping to build deeper, more empathetic relationships. As avid readers, Zazie and Kristi also regularly share insights from the books on their nightstands, from animal-focused titles to broader works that inform their perspective. This Canadian-made podcast is a resource for anyone-whether you’re a parent teaching kids about animal kindness, a new pet owner, or a seasoned enthusiast-looking to cultivate a more thoughtful and harmonious life with their dog or cat. It’s a space where curiosity meets compassion, and where every episode aims to leave you with a clearer understanding of your companion animal.
Episodes
Great Writers and the Cats who Owned Them with Susannah Fullerton [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:15
Leave us a voicemail! Zazie and Kristi chat with Susannah Fullerton about her delightful book, Great Writers and the Cats Who Owned Them. We talk about: whether there is a special affiliation between writers and catshow…
Love in Their Hearts and compassion for animals with Marc Bekoff, PhD [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:23
Leave us a voicemail! Marc Bekoff, PhD, joins Zazie and Kristi to talk about his new book Love in Their Hearts, his work (and upcoming book) with Jane Goodall, and what it's like studying canids. We talked about: Why Mar…
How to evaluate the scientific research on dogs and cats: A guide [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:58
Leave us a voicemail! New research on dogs and cats helps us to understand them better and give them better lives. But how do we know if the research is any good, and what about our feelings about the results? Zazie and…
Resource guarding in dogs: What to do about it with Jean Donaldson [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:32
Leave us a voicemail! Jean Donaldson has just published a new edition of her book Mine! A Practical Guide to Resource Guarding in Dogs. If you have a dog who guards food, objects, people, or locations, you need this book…
Dogs and cats, breeds and behaviour: Quick questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:37
Leave us a voicemail! Zazie and Kristi ask each other rapid fire questions about dogs and cats, breeds and behaviour. But in this game of this or that, we also discuss the answers, illuminating ideas about training and e…
Why we should love the beasties with Dr. Jo Wimpenny [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:02
Leave us a voicemail! Zazie and Kristi chat with Dr. Jo Wimpenny, author of Beauty of the Beasts, to learn more about wasps, mosquitoes, vultures, sharks, and other unloved animals. We talk about:- why Jo wanted to write…