Tagged With Behavior

Cocker Spaniel lying in pain, with owner applying a cold compress post-spay surgery in a veterinary clinic

Signs of Trouble After Dog Spaying: What Dog Owners Need to Know

7 May 2024

Typical symptoms of a problem after dog spaying, such as incision problems, vomiting, and pain symptoms, that mean you should go to the vet right away.

Beagle with dull, dry fur and a tired expression laying on a tile floor surrounded by scattered dog food and a water bowl

How to Tell if Your Dog Is Sick: Symptoms and When to Go to the Vet

7 May 2024

Typical symptoms of dog sickness, when to go to the vet, and how to help your dog get better at home.

Close-up of a Dachshund's head and neck area, revealing small pale-colored parasites crawling on the skin

Do Dogs Get Lice? What to Know

7 May 2024

While dogs can't get head lice from humans, they can get dog lice or chewing lice, which are types of lice that feed on the skin.

Photorealistic image of a Shih Tzu dog kicking up dirt with its back paws in a serene play park setting

Why Do Dogs Kick After Pooping? Science Explained

6 May 2024

The science behind why dogs kick their feet after defecating - an instinctual behavior that has stuck with dogs for thousands of years.

Elegant Siamese cat with a creamy coat and blue eyes sitting on a windowsill, looking inquisitively at the camera

Why Are Siamese Cats Mean? Debunking the Stereotypes and Truths

6 May 2024

The reality of Siamese cat personality - they are frequently mislabeled as mean, but can be loving if they are taken care of correctly.

Labrador Retriever with a reddened, irritated-looking skin scratching itself against a wooden fence in a forest with poison oak plants

Can Dogs Get Poison Oak? Protecting Pets From Itchy Rashes

6 May 2024

Dogs can contract poison oak, and they will experience a rash, which can cause them to be itchy, lick themselves more than usual, and even have an upset stomach. Veterinary care may be needed.

Bandaged dog paw, symbolizing the sensitive nature of the declawing procedure

The Truth About Declawing Dogs: Ethical Considerations

6 May 2024

The moral issues of dog declawing, including the danger, other options, and why veterinarians are against the inhumane practice.

Portrait of a Shih Tzu with its ears pinned back, conveying a nervous and insecure expression

Why Do Dogs Put Their Ears Back? Decoding Canine Body Language

6 May 2024

Dogs move their ears back to show that they are scared, feeling insecure, or to show submission. This makes their ears look smaller and less noticeable.

Worried owner gently feeling the forehead of their furry Golden Retriever, checking for fever

How to Know If Your Dog Has a Fever Without a Thermometer: Signs to Look Out For

5 May 2024

Symptoms, reasons, and solutions for how to tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer.

Concerned dog owner shining a flashlight on their Golden Retriever's rear end, revealing visible small white worms

Are There Really Worms Coming Out of Your Dog at Night? How to Recognize and Treat Parasites

5 May 2024

Causes of worms in dogs that come out at night, such as types of worms, symptoms, diagnosis, and how to prevent worms in the future.

Close-up of a curious, alert Dutch rabbit with black and white markings, making a light, trilling sound

Do Rabbits Purr? Exploring a Rabbit's Unique Vocalizations

5 May 2024

What rabbit "tooth purring" is, why rabbits engage in this behavior, and how it is different from worrisome grinding behaviors.

A Shih Tzu dog sleeping soundly on the floor under a bed in a low-light bedroom setting

Why Does My Dog Sleep Under the Bed? Exploring the Reasons

5 May 2024

Dogs tend to sleep under beds because of their natural "denning instinct" and their desire for safety and protection.