Tagged With Behavior

Close-up portrait of a Bernese Mountain Dog with drool visibly dripping down its chin

Do Bernese Mountain Dogs Drool? What to Know

9 May 2024

Bernese Mountain Dogs are known to drool because of their loose and heavy flews, so their owners will need to be prepared to deal with the slobber.

Vet technician using tweezers to extract bot fly larvae from the neck of an orange tabby cat on an examination table

Bot Fly Larvae in Cats: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

9 May 2024

Signs, treatments, and how to prevent your cat from getting a bot fly infection, including how to identify the larvae, what to do if your cat has them, and how to keep your cat safe.

A black German Shepherd dog sitting calmly while a person uses a Dremel tool to file down its black nails

How to Cut Black Dog Nails: A Step-by-Step Guide

9 May 2024

A step-by-step tutorial on how to safely cut the nails of a black dog, including the best supplies, how to desensitize your dog, and how to find and stay away from the quick.

Close-up of a Golden Retriever with a noticeable head tremor, looking concerned

Head Tremors in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

9 May 2024

Causes, diagnosis, and treatment of head tremors in dogs, including common breeds affected and potential underlying health issues.

Close-up of a standard poodle with a curly, light brown coat licking its nose in a cozy, blurred interior setting

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Noses? The Science Behind This Common Behavior

9 May 2024

Why dogs lick their noses, including to cool down, enhance their sense of smell, relieve stress, and medical problems that need to be checked out by a vet.

Dog vigorously shaking its head from side to side on a neutral surface

Why Is My Dog Shaking Its Head If Its Ears Are Clean? Common Causes Explored

9 May 2024

Possible causes of head shaking in dogs with no ear problems, such as infections, allergies, foreign bodies, and neurological problems.

Patient Labrador retriever standing as its owner gently collects a urine sample in a sterile container

How to Collect a Urine Sample From Your Dog: A Comprehensive Guide

8 May 2024

Step-by-step instructions on how to get a urine sample from your dog to take to the vet or for other testing purposes, with both home and veterinary options.

An elderly Bulldog curled up on a couch, its legs moving in short bursts as it lets out a quiet whimper

Why Do Dogs Twitch in Their Sleep? Uncovering Canine Dreams

8 May 2024

Why dogs kick in their sleep - it has to do with dreaming and happens more in puppies and older dogs than it does in adult dogs.

Golden retriever with a fluffy, golden coat sitting by a rural road at dusk, looking for its missing owner

When to Give Up on a Lost Dog: Perspectives and Advice

8 May 2024

Important stages and timeframes of searching for a lost dog, from the first few days to the weeks and months ahead, and how to cope with the stress of a lost pet.

Two Maine Coon cats, one black and one tabby, engaged in a snarling standoff in a living room, with a concerned owner watching in the background

Do Cats Kill Each Other? What to Know About Feline Aggression

7 May 2024

Cats can sometimes be driven to kill other cats because of predatory aggression and competition, but these are both things that can often be managed with the right steps.

Calm, contented tabby cat slowly blinking at a person's hand in a peaceful indoor setting

Why Do Cats Blink at Humans? The Science of the Slow Blink

7 May 2024

Cats slow blink as a sign of trust and comfort in their relationships with their human friends, a type of body language.

Pug standing next to an overturned water bowl, refusing to eat the dog food in front of it, with a wary expression on a sparse, clean background

Dog Not Eating But Drinking Water and Vomiting: Causes and What to Do

7 May 2024

Possible reasons why a dog might be vomiting, not eating, and drinking water, such as stomach problems, organ issues, and dental concerns.