Dogs can develop an upset stomach for many reasons, but by far the most common cause is that Fido ate something he shouldn’t have. Like toddlers, our canine companions explore the world by putting things in their mouths, and an upset tummy, vomiting,...
Dogs lavish us with kisses, but cats are often more subtle in their displays of affection. While a sandpapery tongue isn...
As much as it may alarm you, all cats have a reason when they bite. Whether it’s a reaction to pain or a simple message ...
It may be cute in a puppy, but when your full-grown dog jumps up to greet you, it can be a nuisance and dangerous for children and elderly friends. Because dogs jump up to say “hello,” it can be difficult to break them of the habit. With some consist...
Dogs are pack animals by nature and follow a sophisticated set of rules regarding pack order. Establishing yourself as y...
If your cat is like most, you often find him perched atop the refrigerator, wardrobe or other lofty places. He may be fu...
People tend fall into two camps when it comes to dog kisses: Some come home, swoop down and let Fido lavish them with slobbery smooches, while others are repulsed by the very idea of pet saliva. Similarly, research is ambivalent when it comes to the ...
A dog may be man’s best friend, but it doesn’t always feel that way when you come home to find he’s destroyed your favor...
Like CPR or the Heimlich Maneuver, breaking up a dogfight is one of those skills you hope you never use. The fact is, ho...
To most of us, the idea of walking a cat on a leash seems absurd. Cats are, after all, free-willed creatures that don’t respond well to discipline. Our feline friends will, however, answer to treats and praise, making leash training a viable option f...