Your cat is inspecting his surroundings If your cat encounters a new smell, he will try to inspect it, first by sniffing it then you may see him raise his upper lip while holding his mouth partially open and sticking his tongue out. This is a phenomenon called...
In the collective imagination, the image of the cat is very often associated with that of a bowl of milk lapped with delight. But giving milk to your cat, is it really a good idea or does this practice endanger the health of your fur companion? Is it ok to give cow...
You've probably seen your cat eating grass before. Surprising for a carnivorous animal isn't it? Yet this behavior is useful to him. Why ? Let's find out! Is it OK for my cat to eat grass? Consuming small amounts of weed is normal and natural for cats, so you...
Your dog's dental care contributes to his good health. Taking care of his teeth is essential for his well-being. Consequently, it is advisable to establish a routine to facilitate this type of care. Maintaining a healthy dentition helps to prevent bad breath and the...
If you want to see a happy dog, just open a jar of peanut butter, and grab a spoon: It works almost as a charm! No dog can resist it. Why do dogs like peanut butter? Dogs like peanut butter because it is, obviously, tasty, flavory and has an appealing texture (sticks...
Anal glands problems in dogs If you own a dog, you've probably noticed, at least once, a nauseating smell coming from your furry friend's butt. Wondering why is your dog smelling like fish? The answer is simple, his glands are probably full. The impaction of anal...
Is it possible to pet a working dog? Of course, you can pet a working dog! Aside from being highly trained for specific tasks such as, detection, herding, sniffing, therapy and much more, working dogs are known for their temperament, athletic abilities and...
The BPH test in dogs What is the BPH? The BPH (Beteende och Personlighetsbeskrivning Hund) is a testing program intended to assess the dogs behavior and personality. Developed in 2012 by the Swedish Kennel Club, this test can be very helpful to breeders and dog owners...
Behavior and personality assessment in dogs The behavior and temperament in dogs are defined as the dog attitude towards other animals and people. This attitude varies depending on many environmental and inherited factors. Behavior and personality assessment of dogs...