Vivian Zottola, MSc is a Human–Canine Relationship Therapist, Research Associate with the Center for Canine Behavior Studies, and proud professional member of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB). She is dedicated to bridging science with in‑field practice to create kind, realistic, and effective solutions. Her professional interests focus on animal behavior, attachment, and stress resilience.

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Vivian has worked in the dog behavior and training field since 2009. She holds a Master of Science in Anthrozoology and is credentialed as a CBCC‑KA, CPDT‑KA, CSAT, and Fear Free® Certified Professional. She is a Joint Standards of Practice (JSOP) signatory, a published author, and a subject matter expert for CCBS. Vivian has co‑authored peer‑reviewed studies in The Journal of Veterinary Behavior, Animals, and PLOS ONE. She also develops animated educational video lessons for BeBiteSmart℠, CCBS’s public outreach initiative aimed at reducing the risk of dog bites to children through education and prevention.

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She is the author of Being A Good Dog In The Human’s World (2025 BIBA® Award Winner – Non‑Fiction: Dog Care & Training), its companion workbook, and the children’s fiction title Cammie, Queen of the Neighborhood Goes to the Moon, which gently explores pet loss and emotional healing.

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Vivian also created a collaborative behavior data tracker that streamlines workflow and makes behavior change feel clear, sustainable, and approachable for guardians, trainers, and veterinarians. Tested with clients over several years, the tool has received consistently positive feedback, and plans are underway to make it accessible to colleagues seeking a kinder, more transparent way to track progress.

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Currently based in Waltham, MA, Vivian balances caregiving for her elderly mother with serving clients in the Metro‑West/Boston area. She accepts cases involving fear, aggression, and separation anxiety across all ages of dogs, and welcomes collaboration with fellow professionals to share strategies, tools, troubleshoot cases, or simply exchange ideas about what’s working. For more information about Vivian see author site  www.VivianZottola.com and services site www.BostonK9Concierge.com