Recent Posts in Pet Behavior Category

The Washington Post Asks If Pets Can Suffer from PTSD

Anyone who has rescued an abused pet know that the scars of abuse take a long time to heal. In some cases, animals never get over the memory of being hurt or mistreated—in other cases, owners ...

The Basic Principles of Dog Training

So you've just got a puppy! Congratulations—but now you need a way to figure out how to keep your puppy safe, how to let it know what you want, and how to figure out what it wants from you! ...

All About Dog Park Safety

If you like to take your dog to the park to interact with other canines, you should be cautious when doing so. While dog parks can be an excellent way to give your dog the exercise and social time ...

Spaying Your Female Dog

One issue that female puppy owners will have to address is whether or not they will spay their dog. When a dog is spayed, its female reproductive organs are removed surgically so it cannot reproduce. ...

When is it Time to Take Your Bird to the Vet?

While owners of dogs and cats may know when to take their pets to the vest because there is more information available, some people who own birds may not be certain when they need to seek a ...

Minimize Damage with a Cat Scratching Post

Have you noticed that your cat likes to scratch a lot? Maybe it likes to go after household possessions while scratching, such as carpeting, draperies or furniture. For cats, scratching is a very ...

Keep Your Dog Safe Over the 4th of July

The 4 th of July holiday is an exciting time for many families who have plans to attend festivities, parties, and firework displays. However, while the holiday can be a great time of fun, it is ...

Dog Bite Tips from Postal Workers

Mail carriers with the U.S. Postal Service all too often hear "Don't worry, my dog won't bite," only to learn that the opposite is true. To help themselves and others avoid dogs biting them, the ...

Tip to Stop Negative Cat Behavior

If you love your feline but hate dealing with its negative behavior, take a few tips from Jacqui Nelson. As the president elect of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, Nelson has become ...