The Pawsitive Post in Conversation by Companion Animal Psychology

Jan 24 2025 27 ep. 43 mins 17
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The show about how to have a better relationship with your dog or cat. Get tips on dog training and behaviour and 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). Hosted by Zazie Todd PhD and Kristi Benson CTC of Companion Animal Psychology blog. 

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