A Deep Dive Into Why Being Fluent in “Cat” and “Dog” Is Key

Psychology Today | 27.05.2026 20:39
Most people with whom I’m in contact agree that books about the behavior of cats and dogs, and teaching each individual how to have the best life possible, vary greatly in quality. In Dogs Demystified,I covered a large number of topics, stressing that it’s essential to focus on the individual personalities of our canine companions. It’s important to take their point of view on matters at hand, and we must offer as much agency—freedom of choice—as possible and give them the opportunity to consent when we ask something of them.