What does it mean when a dog licks your face? Is the dog trying to tell you something? When weaning their puppies from milk to solid food, wild or feral dogs, as well as certain house dogs, begin by regurgitating chewed-up food for them. Hungry puppies will lick their mother’s face to induce regurgitation. That…
If you’ve ever stopped and wondered, “Why does my dog stare at me all the time?” we can understand. Your dog’s stare may appear random and unsettling. However, it is actually a well-established mode of communication in the canine world. Dogs enjoy staring at us, and there is usually a reason for this behavior. There…
Few sounds are as unsettling as a yowling cat in heat. A cat owner knows how disturbing it is to be awakened by the romantic cries of a cat outside your window. You may wear earplugs or bury your head in your pillow and pray that the neighborhood cats find another location for their loud…
Finding your cat lying on its back is unusual and prompts the question, “why do cats lay on their back?” However, this is normal, even though it is less prevalent.Most cats rest on their bellies, with their legs tucked beneath them. Your cat may even curl his head and tail up to keep warm and…
Have you asked yourself “why does my cat slap me with his tail?” It is typical behavior in cats. Tail slapping indicates that your cat is trying to catch your attention, but they do it for many other reasons as well. Cats are intelligent creatures that interact with their owners through body language and verbal…
There is a growing interest in small cats and as a result pet lovers are interested to find out which cats stay small forever. The category of small cats include Dwarf, Miniature, and Teacup cats, which are becoming increasingly popular. However, before buying a mini cat, you need to understand the differences among the various…
There could be a reason why your cat is pooping everywhere but the litter box. If you are wondering why do cats poop outside the litter box, you are not alone. In fact, cat litter box trouble is the most common behavioral issue experienced by cat owners. Discover the most common reasons for inappropriate elimination…
A cat meowing a lot can test anyone’s patience. Frustrated pet parents may end up asking, “Why is my cat meowing so much all of a sudden?” The reasons for meowing change as kittens mature to cats. When kittens are hungry, cold, or terrified, they meow to get their mother’s attention. As cats grow older,…
The popularity of hypoallergenic dogs has increased in the last few years due to the growing number of children and adults suffering from pet allergies. A dog shedding hair does not cause pet allergies; the saliva and dander on the shed hair are the cause for sniffling noses and watery eyes. Dogs suitable for those…
If you are considering which breed of dog you might want for your next pet, you have probably considered the French Bulldog, and with good reason! The French Bulldog has ranked in the top five most popular dog breeds in the US, UK, and Australia in recent years. There is something about their flat square…
Few behavioral issues are more embarrassing and many pet parents seek solutions on how to stop a dog from jumping up on strangers. Even dog trainers notice dogs jumping up on people as a common behavior problem. However, jumping up on humans can be a challenging behavior to break. The good news is that dogs who…
Out of sheer curiosity many of us would have asked ourselves “why do dogs wag their tails?” We frequently associate a happy dog with a wagging tail. But, recent research has revealed that tail wagging does not always indicate that the dog is happy. A dog’s tail is a tool for communicating feelings or strong…