About
Vivian Zottola, a human-dog relationship therapist and canine research associate, has over two decades of experience working with people and their dogs. Her recent shift from academic writing to books reflects her desire to share her passion for animals and the lessons of gratitude learned from everyday moments with loved ones, including two and four-legged family members.
Vivian's first nonfiction book, "Being A Good Dog In The Human's World," is now available on your favorite platforms and her website. This relatable book is gaining traction with readers, authors, and canine scientists who have endorsed the book, including Drs Marc Bekoff and Nicholas Dodman.
Vivian's love of teaching people and dogs and storytelling continues as she is developing a second book, "Cammie Queen Of The Neighborhood Goes To The Moon." The book is a fictional account rooted in a real story. It is an engaging narrative and a beautiful exploration of adaptation, love, and the bond between a pet dog and its family. The book will comfort young and older readers facing life changes and pet loss. Classified as a children's book, it is for everyone seeking solace. Look for this highly anticipated book this summer of 2025.
Featured Work
Being A Good Dog In The Human's World

In being A (Good) Dog In The Human’s World, author Vivian Zottola shares a revolutionary approach in humane pet dog keeping and ethical training practices that directly save lives. Advocating for a cultural shift, Vivian shares real life stories, client cases, historical facts, and game-changing research in canine science to illustrate her philosophy.