Does your dog have a hard time settling down in quiet environments? Or does he or she wiggle around a lot or often wakes you up before the crack of dawn with a frisbee full of drool? If your furry buddy seems to have unlimited energy, he could be hyperactive. Of course, dogs can occasionally…
One of the most common behavior complaints about cats is inappropriate elimination outside the litter box It is also a common reason why healthy cats are relinquished to shelters (and consequently euthanized). You should take heart, however, since this problem can almost always be adequately managed. You should also take heart from the fact that…
What to do when cats stop using their litter box Cats stop using their litter boxes for a number of reasons, including issues with the box or litter, dissatisfaction with the placement or number of boxes, changes in the environment inside or outside the house, and undiagnosed medical conditions. You may have to investigate several…
Resources for Urine Marking One of the most common behavior complaints about cats is urine marking, or spraying. It is also a common reason why healthy cats are relinquished to shelters (and consequently euthanized). You should take heart, however, since this problem can almost always be adequately managed. You should also take heart from the…
Did you know the number one reason that pets are turned in to shelters is for behavior reasons? Many of these pets never make it out alive, and it’s not even their fault! Just as parents wouldn’t “get rid” of a child for behaving badly, why should a pet owner do this to their pet? Usually…