What really makes dogs happy? 🐶 In this inspiring episode of The Doodle Pro® Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Zazie Todd, award-winning author of Wag: The Science of Making Your Dog Happy and founder of Companion Animal Psychology, to uncover the science of happiness in dogs.
We talk about how acknowledging dogs’ emotions, using positive reinforcement training, and focusing on their welfare can lead to deeper, more joyful bonds.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✔️ The science of dog happiness and emotions
✔️ Why positive reinforcement training builds trust (and what to avoid)
✔️ How the Five Domains model of animal welfare shapes better training practices
✔️ Puppy socialization: when to start, what it should include, and why it matters
✔️ Practical tips on reward-based methods, sensitive stomachs, and outdoor training
✔️ Why consistency is the key to long-term success
Dr. Todd also shares how socializing puppies in their sensitive period (7–8 weeks and beyond) helps prevent behavior issues and creates confident, friendly dogs for life.
🎧 Hit play now and learn how to build a stronger bond and a happier future with your dog — all through science-based, positive training.
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