At present I’m celebrating 13 years of writing about easy methods to have comfortable canine and cats, aided by science.
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By Zazie Todd, PhD
The image of a thirteenth anniversary is lace, in order that’s why I selected this photograph of a stupendous cat in a window.
I really feel very fortunate to nonetheless be capable of write this weblog, and to have such a particular group round it of people that care so passionately in regards to the welfare of canine and cats.
To be sincere, I discover it a bit exhausting to look again on the final yr, as a result of it’s six months since I misplaced my dad. In fact, I nonetheless miss him terribly.
However there have been some actual highlights. I used to be so comfortable to rejoice the publication of my third guide, Bark! The Science of Serving to Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Canine, in October.
Because it occurs, this guide is devoted to my dad and mom, and it means lots that my dad was capable of see this earlier than he handed.
Folks inform me they love the tales about Pepper within the guide
And, after all, there was Bark! Fest, the guide competition for animal lovers. I used to be delighted that so many unbelievable authors got here and shared their books with us. It was a heart-warming (and in style) occasion. Greater than 1600 folks signed up, some occasions reached capability at 500 folks—and a few particular folks got here to each single occasion (or nearly each one).
I used to be particularly honoured that Marc Bekoff, PhD, and Cat Warren each agreed to be on a panel with me. I like their writing, and I like the empathy that suffuses their work—and they’re each additionally such fascinating and interesting folks to talk with.
For those who missed it, you’ll be able to watch the recording right here or hear right here.
Most (however not all) of the Bark! Fest recordings are out now and you’ll hear through The Pawsitive Submit in Dialog podcast or on my Youtube channel. The remaining recordings can be popping out over the subsequent couple of months.
For those who’d prefer to assist my work, you’ll be able to grow to be a member or founding member of Companion Animal Psychology.
Or should you want, you should purchase me a espresso.
An enormous thanks to everybody who has supported me over the previous yr.
Comfortable thirteenth anniversary!
