Tagged With Stress and Anxiety Management

Bernese mountain dog lying on a rug, happily wagging its tail as its owner scratches the base of its tail

Decoding Dog Behavior: The Fascination with Sweet Spot Scratching

4 May 2024

Dogs enjoy having their tail base scratched, which causes the release of endorphins and oxytocin to make them feel good.

Orange tabby cat kneading a plush cushion in a cozy living room setting

Why Do Cats Knead? The Evolutionary Origins of Kneading

4 May 2024

The reasons why cats knead, including where the behavior comes from, what it means, and how to deal with it.

Maine Coon cat with a dense, silver-grey coat making biscuits on the arm of a soft yellow couch

Why Doesn't My Cat Actually Make Biscuits When Kneading? Decoding Feline Behavior

3 May 2024

Explanations for why some adult cats don't knead, including the effects of being separated from their mother too early and differences in individual temperament.

Burmese cat with a short, glossy coat and alert, gold eyes staring intently at the camera with a rigid, defensive posture

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Protective: What It Means to Be Guarded

1 May 2024

Signs that your cat is being protective, such as a rigid body, an arched back, piloerection, and aggressive actions such as hissing and swatting.

A tabby cat gently nuzzling its owner's cheek, with a blurred background

Why Does My Cat Sniff My Face? The Amazing Sense of Smell

30 April 2024

Cats use their sense of smell to identify people, claim their space, and talk to other cats. Knowing this can help you bond with your cat.

Close-up of a lethargic blue and white betta fish lying on the bottom of a cluttered, dirty aquarium

Why Is My Betta Fish Not Moving? Causes and Solutions

30 April 2024

Reasons and solutions for why your betta fish is lethargic, including problems with water quality, illnesses, and environmental factors.

Mischievous Corgi puppy sticking its tongue out in a snake-like motion on a hardwood floor

Why Does My Dog Stick His Tongue In and Out Like a Snake? Insights and Interpretations

28 April 2024

Causes of tongue flicking in dogs, such as panting, smelling, and signaling how they feel.

Calico cat mid-leap, biting down on a person's bare toes

Why Do Cats Bite Feet? Stopping the Playful Attacks

26 April 2024

Causes of foot biting in cats, such as predatory drives, boredom, and health problems, as well as ways to stop and deter the behavior.

Graceful Siamese cat gently kneading its paws on the chest of its human companion, in a softly lit, intimate bedroom setting

Why Do Cats Lay on Your Chest? The Comforting Reasons

25 April 2024

Cats sit on their owners' chests because of evolution and psychology, and it helps them feel better and closer to their owners.

Orange tabby cat sitting on owner's lap, gently biting their hand while purring

Why Does My Cat Bite Me Gently While Purring? Understanding Your Cat's Biting Behavior

24 April 2024

Why cats give love bites, like when they gently bite you while purring.

A fluffy Persian cat with large eyes staring at a bowl of dry cat food, appearing hesitant to approach it

Why Won't My Cat Eat but Is Acting Normal? Exploring Cat's Appetite Loss

24 April 2024

Typical causes of a cat not eating for a short period of time, such as stress, dental problems, and stomach issues, and how to encourage them to eat.

A large, fluffy grey and white Maine Coon cat lying on a soft grey blanket, contentedly kneading and sucking on the fabric with a peaceful expression

Why Do Cats Suck on Blankets? Exploring the Science Behind This Behavior

24 April 2024

Causes of blanket sucking in cats, including why they do it, what it means, and when it might be a cause for concern.