Tagged With Socialization

Woman petting a Siamese cat on a couch, both gazing at each other in a well-lit living room

How to Talk to Your Cat: Understanding Cat Communication

5 March 2024

Important takeaways about how cats communicate: meowing, purring, and other vocalizations, body language, scent marking, and how to improve your bond with your cat.

Fluffy white Samoyed with tongue out about to lick a smiling woman's ear, sitting on a black couch in a warm-lit living room

Why Does My Dog Lick My Ears? Uncovering Canine Behavior

2 March 2024

Reasons why dogs lick people's ears: to show affection, to strengthen social bonds, because of grooming instincts, because they like the taste, and because of health issues.

Adult Chihuahua caught scratching a beige carpet, highlighting instinctive canine behavior

Why Do Dogs Scratch the Carpet? Uncovering Canine Behavior

1 March 2024

Causes of dogs scratching the carpet: natural instincts, stress, marking their territory, and ways of communicating. How to stop it through mental and physical stimulation.

Affectionate Shih Tzu with pleading eyes follows its owner inside a cozy home

Why Is My Dog So Clingy? Unraveling the Causes of Canine Attachment

29 February 2024

This article discusses the concept of dog neediness, including reasons such as anxiety, stress, and breed predispositions, as well as ways to help with separation anxiety and encourage independence.

Attentive Cane Corso on a walk in a grassy park, looking into the distance with ears perked up

Are Cane Corsos Aggressive? Unraveling the Complexities of Their Temperament

28 February 2024

Temperament of Cane Corsos: how to tell if they're being protective or aggressive, training, socialization, and responsible dog parenting.

Dachshund sitting on a cozy bed with a wet spot, looking innocent in a warmly lit room

Sudden Urination in Female Dogs: Medical Causes and Behavioral Insights

23 February 2024

This article discusses the causes of sudden-onset urinary incontinence in female dogs, including medical conditions, behavioral and situational issues, and treatment options.

Two brown dogs showing affection, one licking the other's ear in a sunny yard

Why Do Dogs Lick Each Other’s Ears? Uncovering Canine Behavior

15 February 2024

Learn about the reasons behind ear-licking in dogs, including social bonding, communication, grooming, and health concerns such as ear infections.

Beagle barking in a backyard with a stopwatch and a concerned neighbor peeking over the fence

How Long Can a Dog Bark Before It’s Considered Excessive?

13 February 2024

Legal terms and conditions of dog barking, how the law is enforced, and ways to prevent and deal with nuisance barking.

Confused Weimaraner with head tilt and furrowed brows in a blurry living room

Why Is My Dog Acting Weird? Uncovering the Reasons for Strange Canine Behavior

13 February 2024

Causes of strange dog behaviors, such as medical problems, diet, anxiety, environmental changes, and Canine Cognitive Dysfunction.

Samoyed dog playfully nibbling on owner's hand in a cozy, well-lit living room

Why Does My Dog Nibble on Me? Decoding Canine Affection and Stress Signals

7 February 2024

Topics covered include dog biting: how dogs communicate with people and other dogs, emotions, stress, as well as the importance of bite inhibition and sensory play in puppies.

Loyal dog with long legs and fawn fur following a casually dressed woman at home

Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere? Insights Into Canine Companionship

6 February 2024

Canine psychology: attachment, the pack mentality, and separation anxiety as explanations for why dogs follow their humans.

Fluffy Samoyed puppy with curious eyes enjoying its first bath in a tub, surrounded by towels and grooming supplies

When Can You Bathe a Puppy? Ideal Age & Grooming Tips

5 February 2024

The best time to give a puppy their first bath is after they are eight weeks old, taking their growth into account and making sure to follow the right steps to ensure a good outcome.