Tagged With Behavior

A fluffy poodle sitting next to a discolored spot on a hardwood floor, with partially digested dog food scattered around

Why Do Dogs Throw Up After Eating? Causes and Solutions

2 May 2024

Causes, prevention, and treatment of dog vomiting after eating, including diet changes, underlying conditions, and when to see a vet.

Maine Coon cat lounging on a wooden shelf, uninterested in the potted succulents and herbs around it

How to Keep Cats Away From Plants: Tips for Your Indoor Garden

1 May 2024

Proven ways to train your cat to avoid your houseplants and outdoor plants, including smells, barriers, and positive reinforcement.

Burmese cat with a short, glossy coat and alert, gold eyes staring intently at the camera with a rigid, defensive posture

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Protective: What It Means to Be Guarded

1 May 2024

Signs that your cat is being protective, such as a rigid body, an arched back, piloerection, and aggressive actions such as hissing and swatting.

Curious orange tabby cat sitting on a wooden table, gazing intently with an alert, intelligent expression

Do Orange Cats Have Less Intelligence? The Science Behind the Myth

1 May 2024

Studies have found that a cat's orange fur color has no bearing on their smarts or temperament.

German Shepherd dog with tongue hanging out being offered a bowl of cool water by its owner

How to Help a Dog Stop Panting: Expert Advice and Methods

1 May 2024

Reasons why your dog may be breathing heavily and solutions, such as cooling them down, reducing stress, and when to go to the vet.

A tabby cat gently nuzzling its owner's cheek, with a blurred background

Why Does My Cat Sniff My Face? The Amazing Sense of Smell

30 April 2024

Cats use their sense of smell to identify people, claim their space, and talk to other cats. Knowing this can help you bond with your cat.

Confused-looking English Bulldog with a wobbly stance and tilted head, appearing disoriented in a living room setting

Why Is My Dog Suddenly Acting Drunk? Causes and Concerns

30 April 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatments of vestibular disease and ataxia in dogs which can cause symptoms that look like drunkenness.

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.

A middle-aged man lying in bed with a happy, energetic Jack Russell Terrier curled up on his chest, both looking content and affectionate

Why Does My Dog Lay on Top of Me? Exploring This Cozy Behavior

27 April 2024

Dogs lie on top of their owners for a few reasons: pack mentality, wanting to be close to their people, and wanting to feel loved.

Curious Labrador retriever puppy tilting its head and examining a small puddle of white foam on a clean living room floor

Why Is My Puppy Throwing Up White Foam? Potential Causes and Issues

27 April 2024

Reasons, solutions, and ways to avoid your dog throwing up white foam, such as food, medical conditions, and when to go to the vet.

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.

Calico cat mid-leap, biting down on a person's bare toes

Why Do Cats Bite Feet? Stopping the Playful Attacks

26 April 2024

Causes of foot biting in cats, such as predatory drives, boredom, and health problems, as well as ways to stop and deter the behavior.