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Can't We All Just Get Along? Recognizing and Resolving Cat Conflict
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, Apr 11, 2013The average cat-owning household has at least two cats, some many more. And while most cats seem to get along fine, they can react quickly when they feel threatened. A more assertive cat might chase… Full Article ›
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Breed-Specific Dog Meetups Offer Dogs and Owners Fun and Camaraderie
By Caroline Golon, Apr 2, 2013When Jeffrey Reed of Kansas City, Kan., rescued his Great Dane, Cooper, he knew his new dog needed to socialize with other dogs, preferably some his own size. He wondered where he’d find a… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog... Lick Other Dogs' Muzzles?
By Arden Moore, Apr 15, 2013What could be cuter than your puppy giving his doggy pal a smooch on the nose? Nothing, really. But is your dog actually planting a kiss on his buddy? Yes, but that's only one reason your… Full Article ›
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How to Make Your Home a Cat-Friendly Place
By Dr. Tony Buffington DVM, MS, PhD, DACVN, Nov 19, 2012As I mentioned in a recent Vetstreet.com article, "Understanding the Catness of Cats," the key to creating a happy, healthy environment for our feline friends (or any species,… Full Article ›
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Can I Teach My Kitten to Like Learning New Tricks?
By Mikkel Becker, Apr 10, 2013Q. I’m getting a kitten and I want to train her to do tricks. Is there a way to raise her so that she will enjoy learning new behaviors and will be easier to train? A. Cats are… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog . . . Pick Fights With Pups Twice His Size?
By Colleen Oakley, Jul 25, 2012You’re out for a pleasant walk with your Chihuahua, and the next thing you know, he’s pulling on his leash — teeth bared — and trying to attack the German Shepherd Dog… Full Article ›
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Understanding Dog Play Body Language
By Petside.com, Jun 28, 2012Going to the dog park is a great way to socialize and exercise your dog, but it’s important to know exactly what’s happening between the animals. Some dog play body language that looks… Full Article ›
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Common Behavior Problems in Adult Dogs
Jan 10, 2013Struggling with a badly behaved dog? Take heart: As many as 90 percent of all dog owners report some behavioral problem with their dog. If you’re lucky, you will be faced with a simple… Full Article ›
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Should My Dog Meet Other Dogs On-Leash or Off?
By Dr. Marty Becker, Apr 18, 2013Q. Should dogs meet each other off-leash or on? At the dog park, the rules are to have them meet off-leash, but I think that's wrong. A. It seems counterintuitive, but it is better for dogs… Full Article ›
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Cats and Dogs Can Live Together — With Some Careful Planning
By Mikkel Becker, May 2, 2012The stereotype of cats and dogs is that when they get together, they fight like — well, cats and dogs. But this isn't necessarily the case; felines and canines can live harmoniously… Full Article ›
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Why Does My Dog Pick Up Bad Behavior From Other Dogs?
By Mikkel Becker, Jan 17, 2013Q. Whenever my dog gets with his canine friends, they all pick up each other's bad behaviors — but never the good behaviors. Why does this happen, and how do I make it stop? A.… Full Article ›
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How Savvy Shelters Are Bettering the Lives of Adoptable Cats Across the Country
By Arden Moore , Mar 20, 2012Walk into the San Diego Humane Society Shelter in Oceanside, Calif., and you won't hear a single bark. That's because the building houses only cats, rabbits and other small animals. The… Full Article ›