Spraying and soiling in the house
The cat is a very meticulous animal and usually confines his or her toileting behaviour to the litter tray or garden. The smell of cat urine in the house or the discovery [...]
Canine introductions – introducing your dog to other canines
As part of canine life there will many opportunities (some invited, some uninvited) for your dog to meet other dogs when they are out and about or even at home. Introducing your [...]
Digging – Your backyard has been excavated by your dog
It's important to understand why dogs love to dig. Dogs dig for several reasons including to find or bury food, to make a cool spot to lie in, for enjoyment and in [...]
Do Cats Have Personalities?
Research has shown that it may be possible to classify cat "personalities" similar to the classifications for dogs. One such study identified cats that were shy, timid or fearful and those that [...]
Helping your dog with storm phobia
What signs does my dog show if he has a storm phobia? Storm phobias can cause many different problem behaviours. Some of the more common signs are escape (sometimes resulting in injury), [...]
Tail chasing – Does your dog chase their tail?
By nature, dogs are playful and it’s not uncommon for them to occasionally chase their tails. It can become a problem, however, when it becomes repetitive, excessive, causes injury or interrupts your [...]
