Disease isn't one country's or one person's problem. It can spread to all of us. That's what happened with covid. The CDC has led global containment efforts. Now it is hobbled. Ebola has reached the US in the past, but it was intercepted before it spread. 1/

My friend, colleague, academic and author extraordinaire, @zazietodd.bsky.social just made me aware that More Than Just A Dog is on the table at The London Pet Show this weekend. Get.Out.Of Town 🤣 Seriously honoured to be in such great company as Zazie et al ☺️

I'm so happy to see these photos of Bark! and Wag at the London Pet Show this weekend. Look closely and you'll also spot Purr. Photos via Dr. Sarah Brown whose book, The Hidden Language of Cats, pictured, is a fantastic read. And so is More Than Just a Dog (at the back) by @sociabledog.bsky.social

🥶 Chilly first day of fall 🍂 so I’m spending a little extra time in bed on this #MerleMonday 🩶 #MnSheltieRescue foster Maisy (fka Daisy) is getting along well with the canine & feline furblings in her foster home. 🥰

I have purchased a mid-sized cat tower so that Ariel can sit next to me at my desk and get scritches while I am writing. Everyone wins here.

"Overcoming my terror of these new housemates was gradual." www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

In case you missed it, you can watch the recording here (sorry, it's on Facebook) www.facebook.com/PetProfessio...

whenever people get fatalistic about the ecological threats we're facing, i like to bring up some of these examples. we *can* do things that cause positive change! we have in the past! if we make the decisions to try and fix things, we can actually do it! we aren't in fact doomed until we give up!

🚨 NEW: Climate change is already causing 30,000 deaths per year - a global annual economic loss of $100-350B USD - but the true damage is probably 10x higher. Out TODAY in Nature Climate Change: the first systematic look at the science of "health impact attribution" 🔓 www.nature.com/articles/s41...

This is happening tomorrow

GOOD NEWS! A new cancer vaccine has shown progress in triggering POWERFUL and LASTING immune responses in patients with pancreatic AND colorectal cancer. The vaccine, known as ELI-002 2P, targets mutant KRAS proteins AND had a huge impact on PREVENTING or DELAYING cancer recurrence in patients.

Accepting applications for Graduate Students! PhD & MSc I am seeking highly motivated individuals to join my research team. Application details here: https://bit.ly/4mlBd6x Deadline 01 Dec 2025 Please share widely! (1/3) 1/3

A joint statement from the Township of Langley and LAPS, who "have reached an agreement to temporarily stay the Township’s recent termination of the services agreement and lease" www.lapsbc.ca/joint-statem...

There's a salmonella outbreak linked to dog food and treats, exact source not yet known www.canada.ca/en/public-he...

Home and making up for lost time with my favorite feline. He is enjoying my new book by @zazietodd.bsky.social. Luckily for him, his guardian has been doing all the right things, which is why he seems so happy. For anyone who wants to confirm they are giving their kitties the best grab a copy today.

The Dogs and the City conference is coming up fast. I'm excited to be speaking alongside Malena DeMartini and Tom Candy. Tickets are still available, with an online option, the choice of attending for 1 day or all 3, and the recording available for a year... educanine.org/2025-confere...

September Feline Chat & Chuckle with Ingrid Johnson Topic: Cooperative Care Strategies for Medicating #Cats When: September 19, 2025⏰3:00 pm - 4:00 pm (ET) *FREE* Online Event! Register here for the Zoom link: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve... #cooperativecare #TrainingTipTuesday

The Brain Train – A PPG #Virtual Event: Discover the Fundamental Language of the #Brain! Here's a preview: 'The #Science of Connection- A Deep Dive into Human–Animal #Attachment #Bonds'- w/ Dr. Kristyn Vitale 📣Now boarding! More info: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve... #animalbehavior

“In Finland, the number of homeless people has fallen sharply. Those affected receive a small apartment & counselling with no preconditions. 4 out of 5 people affected make their way back into a stable life. And all this is CHEAPER than accepting homelessness.” It costs a lot less to house people.

Caturday at Chez Potat Also an album cover (Lexie, Jimmie, Artie)

“A broken water main in Maple Ridge has caused a rupture in a nearby natural gas line, FortisBC has confirmed.” vancouver.citynews.ca/2025/09/13/m... - @citynewsvancouver.bsky.social #BCNews #MapleRidge

This year's fawns have lost their spots now. Walking down the street, one was standing in the middle of the road, then it retreated back to mom in someone's garden.

Clyde needs help #cats #cat

If folks look for a feline friendly (catfriendly.com/find-a-veter...) or fear free (directory.fearfree.com) vet then they can stay with them during exams. As a practitioner I can say anecdotally it makes a huge difference to perform an exam and phlebotomy on an owners lap vs an exam table.

Does your presence help your cat at the vet? This study finds that it does, and that cat guardians prefer to be present for the vet exam and procedures www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2025/09/does...

In Russia's air raid on Ukraine tonight, about 15 of its attack drones have entered Polish airspace, per Ukrainian channels. There's been a few instances of these drones crashing in Poland to date, but this appears to be the most significant Russian intrusion into NATO airspace yet.

“Helsinki has not recorded a single traffic fatality in the past 12 months, city and police officials confirmed this week.” City engineer credits lower speed limits and smart design. I agree. #Helsinki #VisionZero

This time last year, Alexis Devine and Teresa J Rhyne joined us at Bark! Fest to tell us about their amazing books. Watch on Youtube: youtu.be/HxCSOZplvwU?... Listen: www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/epis... Watch and read a transcript: www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2025/01/cani...

I'm excited to be speaking at Pounce! in November. Come and learn how to have happy cats :) iaabcfoundation.org/pounce/

We felt (and heard) it #MapleRidge

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My book, Bark!,, in good company at Save On alongside Dogs of the World by @lilichin.bsky.social and Inside of a Dog by @alexandrahorowitz.bsky.social

It sucks when a company that used to have cheery helpful people on its email support now has an AI instead. And it provided the answer, but the answer was "this doesn't work in Firefox" which is not in their help docs. So annoying.

Yes, COVID Vaccines Do Slow Transmission canadahealthwatch.ca/2025/09/05/y... by @deonandan.bsky.social

There's HEEEEEERE artologica.etsy.com Original watercolors that reject AI. One of each, unique.

The air is awful here today

Make sure 2 schedule ur self some 'me' time today

A reminder! @hubcitypress.bsky.social is looking for one nonfiction title for (probably fall) 2027. By a southerner and/or related to the South. I had lots of interesting responses to the call below, but mostly unfinished manuscripts. Agents or unagented writers welcome. My DMs are open for q's!

When a cute puppy turns into a terrible teen, many people struggle. @kristibenson.bsky.social and I chatted with trainer Tina Spring about what to do at this stage of your dog's life. Listen wherever you get your podcasts www.buzzsprout.com/2183505/epis...

ICYMI: “UPDATE: Majority of B.C. under air quality weather statement due to wildfire smoke” www.vancouverislandfreedaily.com/news/heat-an... via Vancouver Island Free Daily #AirQuality #BCHwy3 #BCHwy5 #BCWildfire #FraserValley #Okanagan #SeaToSky #Wildfires #WildfireSmoke #YVR

🎉FREE PPG Member Webinar for September 2025🎉 The Science of Making Your #Kittens Happy- with Dr. @zazietodd.bsky.social On-Demand Webinar: Watch as soon as you register: www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-eve... Use the membership discount code you can find in your member area. #WebinarWednesday

🚨🚨🚨🚨CAT ESCAPEE TO BE LOOKING FOR IN /AROUND EDMONTON #YEG Highlands!🚨🚨🚨

I loved this interview on RNZ Sunday Morning. There's a great anecdote at the beginning! www.rnz.co.nz/national/pro...

I spent so much of my childhood in various fabric stores and the fact that all the ones we went to have been wiped off the map- along with the products they sold- makes me deeply sad and worried for how we can keep folks coming into these crafts.

"But they may not realize that pets are considered part of that estate, and can't be heirs in their own right" www.cbc.ca/radio/costof...

The goal of PPG's Shelter & Rescue Division is to develop tools & resources to help support those who work for or represent animal shelters & rescues. Our Pet Rescue Resource is an online toolkit for shelters & rescues to improve the adoption and retention rates of homeless pets. #ClearTheShelters

Relaxed cat with close up of toe beans #CatsOfBluesky renewing my #ProofOfCat

I had a nice surprise when I went to Save On in #MapleRidge today and saw my book, Bark! The Science of Helping Your Anxious, Fearful, or Reactive Dog, on display. And I'm in good company too with Dogs of the World by @lilichin.bsky.social on the shelf below :)

Happy Caturday! This calico beauty belongs to my cousin-in-law Katherine.