Wag

The Science of Making Your Dog Happy

By: Zazie Todd, Dr. Marty Becker (Foreword by)

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eBook | 10 March 2020

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**"**Wag is a must-read for all dog lovers. An amazing, well-written book that makes canine science easy to understand and apply in a useful manner to improve dogs' lives and the relationship we have with them."—Dr. Wailani Sung, board-certified veterinary behaviorist, San Francisco SPCA

Have you ever wondered if your dog is happy? Discover how to decipher your dog's moods—and gain science-backed tips for making them truly happy—with this handy guidebook written by an award-winning expert.

Whether you are training a new puppy, considering adopting a dog, researching dog breeds, or simply curious about your own dog's happiness and behavior, Wag has all the answers-and then some. Respected dog trainer and social psychologist, Zazie Todd, demystifies the inner life of canines and shares recommendations from leading veterinarians, researchers, and trainers to help you cultivate a rewarding and respectful relationship with your dog-which offers many benefits for you, your family, and your four-legged friend.

Inside this engaging, practical book, readers will find:

A Check List for a Happy Dog
Enrichment exercises
How to socialize and train a new puppy
How to reduce fear and anxiety in dogs
Tips for visiting the vet
Information on aging dogs
Expert interviews with vets and psychologists
And so much more!

"Dog owners and those considering becoming one should appreciate Todd's substantial insight into how dogs and humans relate to one another."—Publishers Weekly

Industry Reviews

“The author’s evidence-based analysis simplifies the science and reduces essential elements into practical, replicable activities geared toward enriching a dog’s life.”
—Library Journal, ? Review

“Dog owners and those considering becoming one should appreciate Todd’s substantial insight into how dogs and humans relate to one another”
—Publishers Weekly

“Zazie Todd does dogs the immeasurably good favor of taking their happiness seriously. Todd is dialed in to the science of dogs and a thoughtful trainer of dogs. Everything she writes about, you want to know. Wag is a welcome addition to the books geared to helping you help your dog.”
—Alexandra Horowitz, author of Our Dogs, Ourselves: The Story of a Singular Bond and the New York Times bestseller Inside of a Dog: What Dogs See, Smell, and Know

"[Cutting-edge] science can be hard to get your head around. So thank you Zazie Todd for sorting through it all, making it relevant, and keeping it simple. This is a book your dog will want you to read."
—Dr. Mark Evans, former RSPCA vet and TV presenter

“Wag will become a benchmark for the way that dogs need to be cared for: as sentient creatures experiencing emotions, just like us. This is a real achievement and it will make a big difference to the lives of dogs and people.”
—Dr. Pete Wedderburn, veterinarian and author

"Wag is a must-read for all dog lovers. An amazing, well-written book that makes canine science easy to understand and apply in a useful manner to improve dogs' lives and the relationship we have with them. The anecdotes about Dr. Todd’s dogs are the highlight of the book."
—Dr. Wailani Sung, board-certified veterinary behaviorist, San Francisco SPCA

“Fortunately for all of us, Dr. Zazie Todd has written a delightful, compact, evidence-based guide to building better partnerships with our dogs and sending more joy their way.”
—Bronwen Dickey, author of Pit Bull: The Battle over an American Icon

"Dog lovers will find this book fascinating, and their pets will be delighted their owners have read it."
—Hal Herzog, author of Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It’s So Hard To Think Straight About Animals.

“Well-written and packed with great advice, this book could fundamentally change the relationship between you and your dog.”
—David Grimm, author of Citizen Canine: Our Evolving Relationship with Cats and Dogs

“Using the latest canine science, Zazie Todd gives us a clear and compassionate guide to bringing out the best in your dog.”
—Gregory Berns, New York Times–bestselling author of How Dogs Love Us