https://www.petfinder.com/ While cats may seem mysterious to some, to others, understanding a cat is simply a matter of paying attention, watching the cat’s body language and responding accordingly. Cats use a variety of ways to communicate their feelings, needs and…
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By Deidre Grieves February 16, 2015 at 09:00PM Have you ever wondered if your dog understands what you’re thinking when you give him a specific look? According to new research published in the journal Current Biology, he actually might….
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By Monica Weymouth How do you introduce a human to a kitten? That’s easy: adopt a kitten, present the kitten, wait 10 seconds, then watch the human fall hopelessly in…
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http://www.vetstreet.com/healthypet It’s a conundrum, for sure. One minute your beloved kitty is over the moon with pleasure as you scratch her favorite spot and the next thing you know you’re left staring at tooth marks on your arm. You’re not…
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Do you walk your dog, or does your dog walk you? Unfortunately, many pet parents struggle with what is supposed to be a fun activity with our furry friends. We’ve got some handy strategies for you from California trainer and…
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By PetMD Editorial May 22, 2018 at 09:23PM By Dr. Wailani Sung When we brought our puppy home several years ago, I worried that my adult dog would not like the puppy, and that my puppy would not bond…
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https://trudog.com/ If you’ve ever been around a dog that’s bitten someone, you know the pet parent usually says, “I don’t know why he did that! He’s never done that before!” The truth is any dog will bite given the right…
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LAST UPDATED ON MAY 30, 2017 While sleep patterns vary widely among animal classes and species, there are a few general rules of thumb. Sleep serves important evolutionary functions for all animals, but sleep patterns and positioning are based in large…
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https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC Canine Corner Dogs may have an internal compass that senses Earth’s magnetic field. Posted Jan 02, 2014 Over the years there have been many reports of lost dogs traveling hundreds, or even thousands of…
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https://blog.nationalgeographic.org/ https://blog.nationalgeographic.org/author/kgruber/ A German wirehaired pointer walking on a field. Photograph by Juniors Bildarchiv, AlamyDogs don’t need a compass: Your best friend can sense Earth’s magnetic field, say researchers who report that dogs preferentially align themselves facing north or south…
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By Aly Semigran April 25, 2017 at 04:36PM Best Friends Animal Society, a rescue organization based in Kanab, Utah, is leading a coalition to make all animal shelters across the country “no-kill” by 2025. “We thought it was time to put…
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Anyone who’s watched a pup wag her tail, bark, or even move her paws as if running in her sleep probably doesn’t need convincing that dogs can dream. But are our companion’s nocturnal experiences similar to ours… and what exactly…
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The “Quiet” Command Is your dog being too noisy with all the barking? Turn on your dog’s mute feature by teaching him the “Quiet” command. Here’s how. You’ll Need… Stock up on tasty, interesting treats that are sure to…
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Have you ever come home to a puddle of pee on the floor, or worse, a ripped up pair of shoes? When that happens, as much as you probably want to discipline your dog right then, you should know that…
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Why Do Dogs Tug?Tug of war; it’s as classic as a game of fetch, as timeless as the sound of a squeaker. But why do dogs love it so much? @TheFurryCampbells via Instagram The short answer is, we don’t know….
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