Tagged With Behavior Research

Mischievous Corgi puppy sticking its tongue out in a snake-like motion on a hardwood floor

Why Does My Dog Stick His Tongue In and Out Like a Snake? Insights and Interpretations

28 April 2024

Causes of tongue flicking in dogs, such as panting, smelling, and signaling how they feel.

Two koi fish, one with fully intact fins and another with a regenerating fin stub

Fish Fin Regeneration: Can They Regrow After Amputation?

28 April 2024

Fish fins are able to regrow as a result of epimorphic regeneration, which requires signaling pathways that control blastema formation and patterning.

A large brown rat cautiously approaching a cockroach on a kitchen floor, with a predatory expression

Do Rats Eat Cockroaches? Uncovering Nature's Surprising Symbiosis

27 April 2024

Rats are opportunistic omnivores and will consume cockroaches, which has implications for both public health and pest control efforts.

German Shepherd dog with worried expression and low, tucked tail standing in a park setting

Why Is My Dog's Tail Down? Understanding the Signals

26 April 2024

Causes of low tail carriage in dogs, including health problems, psychological issues, and other reasons why a dog may carry its tail low.

Graceful Siamese cat gently kneading its paws on the chest of its human companion, in a softly lit, intimate bedroom setting

Why Do Cats Lay on Your Chest? The Comforting Reasons

25 April 2024

Cats sit on their owners' chests because of evolution and psychology, and it helps them feel better and closer to their owners.

Fluffy Ragdoll cat curled up asleep on a plush white pillow

Why Does My Cat Sleep on My Pillow? Experts Explain

25 April 2024

Cats sleep on their owner's pillow because of their natural instincts to feel safe and secure and to mark their territory.

Close-up of a sleek, black cat intently chewing on one of its front paws

Why Do Cats Bite Their Nails? Understanding This Quirky Behavior

25 April 2024

Explanations for why cats chew on their nails, from keeping their claws in good shape to when it might be a sign of a bigger problem.

Orange tabby cat sitting on owner's lap, gently biting their hand while purring

Why Does My Cat Bite Me Gently While Purring? Understanding Your Cat's Biting Behavior

24 April 2024

Why cats give love bites, like when they gently bite you while purring.

Close-up portrait of a pale orange Persian kitten with vibrant blue eyes

Why Do Kittens' Eyes Change Color? The Science Behind the Feline Eye Transformation

24 April 2024

A kitten's eyes will go from blue to their final color between 7-12 weeks due to a combination of pigmentation and genetics.

A large, fluffy grey and white Maine Coon cat lying on a soft grey blanket, contentedly kneading and sucking on the fabric with a peaceful expression

Why Do Cats Suck on Blankets? Exploring the Science Behind This Behavior

24 April 2024

Causes of blanket sucking in cats, including why they do it, what it means, and when it might be a cause for concern.

A brown Burmese cat with gold eyes gently bumping its head against its owner's legs on a patio

Why Do Cats Headbutt? The Many Interesting Reasons

24 April 2024

Why do cats headbutt people? Some of the most common reasons include pheromones, scent marking, affection, and mood signaling.

Orange tabby cat happily rolling on its back on a fluffy rug, being petted by a person's hand

Why Do Cats Hate Belly Rubs? The Psychology of Feline Tummy Time

23 April 2024

Cats' reactions to belly rubs are a combination of instinct and preference, some like the feeling and some don't.