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Worried-looking Poodle being inspected by a veterinarian using a fine-toothed comb for signs of lice

Can Dogs Get Lice From Humans? What Pet Owners Need to Know

1 April 2024

While dogs cannot get the same lice that humans get, they can get their own kind of lice that can be quite irritating.

Playful tabby cat with a hiccupping expression, sitting on a soft blanket

Do Cats Get Hiccups? Causes of Cat Hiccups

1 April 2024

Cats can get hiccups for a number of reasons, including eating or drinking too quickly, hairballs, excitement, stress, and sudden changes in position. While hiccups are usually nothing to worry about, they can sometimes be a sign of an underlying health problem.

Fluffy, tabby cat curled up on a couch, purring deeply with a relaxed, satisfied expression

Why Do Cats Purr So Loudly? The Science of Loud Purring

21 March 2024

Causes of loud purring in cats, including the biological reason, what the loudness of the purr can indicate, and how it can be used for therapy.

Smiling Beagle sitting on a person's lap on a couch, with a cozy living room background

Why Does My Dog Sit on Me? Unpacking the Science Behind Canine Cuddles

16 March 2024

Reasons for dogs sitting on their owners: love, seeking comfort, protection, to show dominance, and the impact of oxytocin on attachment.

Tabby and white cat with tail up facing a contemplative woman in a cozy living room

Why Do Cats Put Their Butt in Your Face? Decoding Feline Behavior

16 March 2024

Understanding cat behavior: why cats show you their butt as a sign of trust and how you can reciprocate in a way that builds a stronger relationship.

Russian Blue cat curled up between a person's legs on a bed, showing a serene expression of contentment

Why Does My Cat Sleep Between My Legs? Decoding Feline Behavior

14 March 2024

Reasons why your cat sleeps on your legs: trust, warmth, territory marking, and the healing power of the human-animal relationship.

Grey British Shorthair cat grooming a happy woman lying on a cozy couch

Why Does My Cat Lick My Hair? Unraveling Feline Grooming Behaviors

7 March 2024

This article discusses five reasons why cats lick human hair: love, taste, mental health, health, and how to stop it.

Orange cat affectionately licking the nose of a smiling female owner on a couch

Why Does My Cat Lick My Nose? Decoding Feline Affection

3 March 2024

Why does my cat lick my nose? It could be a display of affection, a sign of social bonding, a form of scent marking, or even a sign of an underlying health issue.

Loyal German Shepherd laying contently on the feet of its owner in a cozy home environment

Why Does My Dog Lay on My Feet? Unpacking the Canine Connection

27 February 2024

Reasons why dogs sit on your feet: seeking comfort, warmth, love, protection, pack instincts, and marking their territory.

Abyssinian cat wearing an 'Emotional Support Animal' vest sitting next to a person in a wheelchair in a home setting

Can Cats Be Service Animals? Understanding ADA Guidelines and Feline Support Roles

15 February 2024

The function of ESAs and the ways that they can help people, even though they are not considered service animals under the ADA.

Ragdoll cat with semi-long hair and blue eyes lounging on a hypoallergenic bed with an air purifier nearby

Are Ragdoll Cats Hypoallergenic? What to Know About Feline Allergens

8 February 2024

Ragdoll cats are not hypoallergenic, they do produce the allergen Fel d 1, but they may work for people with low-level allergies if you stay on top of their care.

Colorful Macaw parrot on a wooden stand with price tags, in a pet-friendly home setting

How Much Do Parrots Cost? A Guide to Parrot Prices for Potential Owners

5 February 2024

The price of buying a parrot, the cost of taking care of one, and the mental health perks of having one as a pet.