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Cream-colored Persian cat curled up on hardwood floor, staring at an unused litter box in the corner

Cracking the Cat Bathroom Code: Why Does My Cat Choose to Pee Outside and Poop Inside?

15 April 2024

Causes of cat peeing outside the litter box, such as medical problems, litter box aversion, stress, and territorial marking, and how to fix the issue.

Veterinarian holding a clipboard and discussing a Labrador retriever's bloodwork with its owner, while the neutered dog sits obediently at their feet.

The Neutering Effect: How Long Until Testosterone Drops in Dogs?

13 April 2024

The amount of testosterone in a male dog's body drops by 50% within one to two weeks after neutering, but it can take up to six weeks for it to be completely gone.

A mature blue heeler dog receiving a treat from its owner during obedience training

At What Age Do Blue Heelers Calm Down? Understanding Their Energy Levels

13 April 2024

It can take 2-3 years with proper exercise, training and socialization from a young age.

Calm, alert Labrador Retriever with a black coat, as its owner checks the proper fit of the collar

How Tight Should a Dog Collar Be? Proper Fit for Safety & Comfort

12 April 2024

How loose or tight should a dog collar be to make sure that it's safe and comfortable while also keeping the dog from getting out of it.

Close-up portrait of a Cocker Spaniel with golden fur, mouth open in a whining gesture, positioned in front of a person sitting at a cluttered desk

How to Get Your Dog to Stop Whining for Attention: Effective Strategies

9 April 2024

Causes of a dog that won't stop whining for attention, such as boredom, separation anxiety, and a learned behavior, and how to fix the problem with positive reinforcement.

Worried-looking owner gently holding the muzzle of a brown and white Lop rabbit that is attempting to bite

Why Do Rabbits Bite? Understanding and Preventing Nipping Behavior

9 April 2024

Causes of rabbit aggression, including typical reasons for aggression, and how to stop and deal with rabbit aggression.

Jack Russell Terrier standing on its hind legs, placing its paws on the lap of its kneeling owner in a sunny outdoor scene

Why Does My Dog Stand on Me? Exploring the Reasons Behind This Behavior

5 April 2024

Why dogs may step on their owners, from seeking attention to feeling anxious or dominant, and how to stop this behavior.

Close-up of a Burmese cat with golden eyes and sleek fur chewing on a human finger

Why Does My Cat Chew on My Fingers? Understanding Cat Behavior

5 April 2024

Why your cat may be biting your fingers and what you can do to prevent this behavior, such as territoriality, playfulness, and a need for attention.

A Belgian Malinois dog rolling in a patch of dead leaves and twigs on the forest floor, focused on gathering the natural scents around it

Why Do Dogs Roll in Dead Things? Theories From Science

5 April 2024

An evolutionary survival tactic to hide their smell during the hunt.

Older, larger breed dog like a Mastiff standing over an underwear on a living room rug with a defiant, proud look

Why Does My Dog Eat My Underwear? Getting to the Bottom of This Puzzling Behavior

4 April 2024

Why do dogs eat underwear - reasons including pica, nutritional deficiencies, anxiety, and natural foraging instinct. Dangers include gastrointestinal blockages.

Close-up of a French Bulldog with large, expressive eyes and a pink, curled tongue extended, looking like it is licking the air on a kitchen countertop

Why Does My Dog Lick the Air? Exploring Canine Behavior

2 April 2024

Why dogs may lick the air, from smelling their environment to feeling excited to coping with stress or anxiety.

Curious border collie puppy watching a treat being hidden under a cloth, with a bright living room background

Object Permanence in Dogs: What Research Shows About Canine Cognition

1 April 2024

Dogs do eventually gain object permanence, or the understanding that objects are still there even when they can't be seen, but not until after human babies.