Tagged With Socialization

Sleeping newborn kitten with light tabby coat, curled up on a soft blanket

How Long Does It Take for Kittens to Open Their Eyes? A Look at Kitten Vision

19 May 2024

Kittens are born with their eyes shut, but they will begin to open at 7-10 days and will be fully open by 2 weeks.

Shih Tzu with a long, silky coat fast asleep on a dog bed, with a contented expression on its face

Why Do Dogs Bark in Their Sleep? Unraveling the Mysteries of Canine Dreams

17 May 2024

Dogs bark in their sleep because of the same brain activity that causes humans to dream, and smaller dogs and younger dogs are more likely to bark at night.

A Jack Russell Terrier with a white and tan coat pacing on a sidewalk before squatting down to relieve itself in a residential neighborhood

Why Dogs Walk and Poop at the Same Time: The Science Behind the Behavior

17 May 2024

Reasons behind why dogs pace before pooping including territorial marking instincts, physiological reasons, and possible medical issues.

Small, mixed-breed dog resting on a pet cushion, facing away from the owner's bed in the background

Why Your Dog Suddenly Prefers to Sleep Alone? Understanding the Change

16 May 2024

Causes of a dog suddenly not wanting to sleep in your bed, such as separation anxiety, aging, and health problems.

Concerned-looking Labrador Retriever sniffing at a raw steak on the floor in a household setting

Can Eating Raw Meat Cause Aggression in Dogs? Effects on Canine Behavior

14 May 2024

Aggression in dogs can be caused by many things other than what they eat, such as fear, anxiety, and a lack of socialization.

Fluffy Maine Coon cat running away from an outstretched hand across a hardwood floor

Why Does My Cat Run Away From Me? Unraveling Feline Behavior

14 May 2024

Why cats tend to bolt from their humans, including their natural instincts, past trauma, and their desire for freedom.

Energetic Siberian Husky shaking a squeaky chew toy back and forth, with striking blue eyes and a fluffy gray and white coat

Why Do Dogs Shake Their Toys? Exploring Canine Behavior

9 May 2024

Dogs shake toys as a way to mimic hunting prey, which is a natural behavior that can depend on the breed and can also help them practice their hunting techniques.

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.

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.

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.

Close-up of a beagle with a tan and white coat, its lips parted and tongue out, focusing intently on something

What Does It Mean When a Dog Smacks Its Lips? Causes, Concerns, and Solutions

3 May 2024

Causes, worries, and solutions for dog lip smacking, such as anticipation, stress, medical issues, and how to address the behavior.