Tagged With Behavior

Chihuahua with black coat lying on exam table as veterinarian uses tweezers to extract mango worm

Mango Worms in Dogs: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

19 April 2024

How mango worms are contracted, the way the parasite is passed from animal to animal, and why it's so important to seek medical help as soon as possible.

Maine Coon cat with a thick, fluffy coat lounging on a windowsill in sunlight

Why Do Cats Smell Good? The Science of the Cat Smell

19 April 2024

Cats smell different from other animals and even from each other because of their pheromones, skin lipids, licking, and overall health. Regular grooming and medical care can help keep a cat's smell in check.

Border collie pacing back and forth on hardwood floors at night, with a concerned expression

Why Is My Dog Whining at Night? Causes and Solutions

19 April 2024

Causes of nighttime dog whining, such as stress, health problems, dementia, and not getting enough physical activity, and what to do about it.

A sleeping Pug with its distinctive wrinkled face and short muzzle, its pink tongue slightly lolling out

Why Do Dogs Sleep with Their Tongue Out? Exploring the Science

19 April 2024

Reasons for tongue hanging in dogs, from the scientific to how you can make your dog more comfortable for a better night's sleep.

Close-up of a Siberian Husky vigorously scratching at a tile floor, leaving visible claw marks

Why Do Dogs Scratch the Floor? Exploring the Instinctive Roots

19 April 2024

Why dogs dig - natural instincts that originate from their ancestral history to build safe places to sleep and claim their environment.

Doberman Pinscher standing over a cowering domestic shorthair cat, showcasing the dog's dominant posture

Why Do Dogs Eat Cats? The Shocking Truth

19 April 2024

Why dogs might eat cats, from the natural prey drive of meat-eating dogs, and how to properly introduce and supervise dogs and cats.

Labrador Retriever standing next to an open crate with a potty pad inside, looking focused and obedient

How to Potty Train an Adult Dog: A Step-by-Step Guide

18 April 2024

Proven ways to housebreak an adult dog, such as establishing a routine, employing crate training, and making sure there are no medical problems.

A Doberman Pinscher standing protectively in front of a family, with a trim, athletic build and cropped ears

Do Dobermans Have Aggression? The Facts vs. The Myths

18 April 2024

The personality and aggression of Doberman Pinschers, including genetics, socialization, training, and responsible ownership.

A dog owner happily interacting with two well-behaved dogs in a neatly kept backyard

How Many Dogs Is Too Many? Exploring Dog Limits Responsibly

18 April 2024

Things to think about when determining the right number of dogs for you, such as local laws, how much time you can dedicate to each dog, and the pros and cons of having multiple dogs.

A fluffy white poodle wearing a large plastic cone around its neck, sitting on a plush rug and curiously tilting its head

When Can the Cone Come Off? Removing a Dog's Elizabethan Collar

17 April 2024

The amount of time that a dog needs to keep the cone on after surgery, depending on advice from vets and the time it takes for wounds to heal.

A woman's hand gently adding cat litter to a litter box, with a curious grey tabby cat watching nearby

How Much Litter Should You Put in Your Cat's Litter Box? Balancing Litter Quantity

17 April 2024

The perfect litter depth for your cat's litter box can vary based on the size of the box, the type of litter you're using, and the number of cats you have.

Two medium-sized beagle dogs gently licking each other's muzzles

Why Do Dogs Lick Each Other's Mouths? The Biological Reasons

17 April 2024

Dogs lick other dogs' mouths as a sign of submissiveness, to reinforce social structures, and as a way to send messages through smell and taste.