The Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

The show about how to have a better relationship with your dog or cat. Get tips on dog training, dog behaviour, cat behaviour and training, learn about the science on dogs and cats, and find out which books we're reading (animal-related and more generally). Kind, humane, reward-based training methods only. Hosted by Zazie Todd PhD and Kristi Benson CTC of Companion Animal Psychology blog. Made in Canada.

Podcasting since 2023 • 60 episodes

The Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

Latest Episodes

Why children should Ask the Dog with Steve Dale

Kids are routinely taught to ask a dog's owner before petting the dog. Today, radio host Steve Dale joins us to talk about how they should also find out if the dog wants to be petted or not. We learn about Steve's new children's book, Ask the D...

May 26, 2026 • Episode 59 • 44:07

Dogs and cats, breeds and behaviour: Quick questions

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 enrichment. By the end of the show, you'll know...

May 12, 2026 • Episode 58 • 47:37

Why we should love the beasties with Dr. Jo Wimpenny

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 about the beastiesh...

April 28, 2026 • Episode 57 • 37:02

Can pet dogs sniff out an invasive species? with Melissa McCue-McGrath

Can pet dogs use their nose to find the eggs of an invasive species, the spotted lanternfly--and what was it like taking part in citizen science to find out? Zazie and Kristi are joined by dog trainer and author Melissa McCue-McGrath to learn a...

April 14, 2026 • Episode 56 • 54:04

Senior dogs and young dogs living together: How to keep everyone safe and happy

Content warning: The books section at the end of the episode includes subject matter that may be distressing.Having both a senior dog and a young dog in the same home can be wonderful, revitalizing the older dog and providing company for...

March 31, 2026 • Episode 55 • 36:53

See All Episodes