Tagged With Behavior

Worried-looking owner gently holding the muzzle of a brown and white Lop rabbit that is attempting to bite

Why Do Rabbits Bite? Understanding and Preventing Nipping Behavior

9 April 2024

Causes of rabbit aggression, including typical reasons for aggression, and how to stop and deal with rabbit aggression.

Owner gently petting a calico Maine Coon cat curled up on a couch

How to Tell If Your Cat Is in Heat and What to Do About It: Cat Heat Signals

9 April 2024

Symptoms, reasons, and treatment of cats in heat, as well as when cats go into heat and how to avoid unwanted litters.

A worried owner looking up at a tabby cat clinging to the branches of a tall oak tree

How to Get a Cat Out of a Tree: Methods That Work

8 April 2024

Safe ways to rescue a cat from a tree, including how to evaluate the situation, do-it-yourself coaxing methods, professional rescue equipment, and aftercare.

A curious golden retriever sitting in a sunlit room, head tilted as if pondering the passage of time

Time in the Life of a Dog: How Dogs Perceive Time

7 April 2024

Because of the biological and neurological factors that influence a dog's sense of time, dogs experience time in a way that is very different from humans.

Siamese cat with piercing blue eyes and a sleek, pointed coat curled up on a plush cushion

Do Cats Get Bipolar Disorder? A Look at Feline Mental Health

7 April 2024

Controversial theory that suggests cats can have bipolar disorder, with possible factors such as genetics, hormones, stress, and other biological issues.

Bearded dragon standing on a branch, using its front legs to wave back and forth in a slow, undulating motion

Why Do Bearded Dragons Wave? The Science of Arm Waving

6 April 2024

The science of bearded dragon waving, including signs of submission, signs of dominance, friendly behavior, and what else to look for.

Close-up of a Persian cat with a guilty, anxious expression staring at a stained spot on the hardwood floor where it has defecated

Why Does My Cat Poop on the Floor? Causes and Solutions

6 April 2024

Finding and dealing with the causes of a cat's litter box aversion, like health problems or changes in their environment, is essential to fixing the issue.

Fluffy Pomeranian dog trying to pick up a thick tree branch, with its owner gently taking the branch away in a grassy backyard

Can Dogs Eat Sticks? The Dangers of This Common Behavior

5 April 2024

Sticks can break into sharp pieces that may cut, block, or puncture a dog's mouth, throat, or gastrointestinal tract. Owners should opt for safer chew toys instead.

Close-up of a Burmese cat with golden eyes and sleek fur chewing on a human finger

Why Does My Cat Chew on My Fingers? Understanding Cat Behavior

5 April 2024

Why your cat may be biting your fingers and what you can do to prevent this behavior, such as territoriality, playfulness, and a need for attention.

Full-body shot of a Maine Coon cat with a bushy tail sitting on a hardwood floor, head cocked to the side and shaking gently

Cat Head Shaking: What It Could Mean

5 April 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatment of head shaking in cats, including ear infections, mites, allergies, polyps, and when to take your cat to the vet.

A Belgian Malinois dog rolling in a patch of dead leaves and twigs on the forest floor, focused on gathering the natural scents around it

Why Do Dogs Roll in Dead Things? Theories From Science

5 April 2024

An evolutionary survival tactic to hide their smell during the hunt.

Labradoodle puppy with a red, swollen bump on its eye, indicating a stye

Dog Styes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

4 April 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatments of dog eye styes, including home remedies, medical care, and prevention tips to help with this prevalent eye problem.