Victoria Schade, Unleashed Holiday, and delightful romcoms with dogs

Victoria Schade, Unleashed Holiday, and delightful romcoms with dogs

Author: Zazie Todd PhD and Kristi Benson CTC September 14, 2023 Duration: 31:14
Leave us a voicemail! Zazie and Kristi chat with Victoria Schade, dog trainer and author of delightful romcoms, about her upcoming book Unleashed Holiday. We learn about the Puppy Bowl and Victoria's involvement in it as lead animal wrangler, and how she made the move to writing, first with nonfiction books about dog training and then to romcoms. We chat about how Victoria's books include real-life issues, and how she juggles the 'educator' and 'entertainer' hats. Vi...

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.
Author: Language: en-ca Episodes: 57

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Podcast Episodes
Good habits and resolutions for dog and cat guardians and writers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:35
Leave us a voicemail! We talk about New Year's Resolutions, habits that are a good idea for pet guardians, helping dogs and cats cope with winter, grooming dogs and cats, writing habits, and what we're reading right now.…
Genius dogs and talking dogs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:40
Leave us a voicemail! We chat about the Genius Dog Challenge, where scientists are finding dogs who know a lot of words, and Stella the dog who learned to use buttons to communicate. We also talk about the words and beha…
Introduction to The Pawsitive Post in Conversation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:33
Leave us a voicemail! Meet Zazie Todd and Kristi Benson, the hosts of The Pawsitive Post in Conversation, as they chat about dogs and cats. This podcast is for anyone who wants to learn more about how to have a better re…