Posts tagged behaviour

Two cats can share an address without wanting to share every important thing inside it. Matching bowls side by side look lovely to people; to a worried cat, they may look like one dining area controlled by somebody else.

A more comfortable multi-cat home offers separate choices. Start with the floor plan and what each cat actually does during the day.

A cat looks at you, softly closes their eyes, and opens them again. It is a tiny interaction, but one you can easily miss while waiting for a louder declaration of affection.

Slow blinking can be part of relaxed, friendly communication. It is an invitation to pay attention to the whole cat, though—not a guarantee that they want to be picked up. Wendi, who prefers a full welcome committee, is learning to appreciate the quieter approach.

The first five minutes between two dogs don't decide whether they'll be friends, but they do set the tone. A calm, planned introduction gives both dogs the best chance of settling in. A rushed one, with both dogs on a cramped doorstep and a hopeful owner saying "they'll work it out," is how a lot of lasting grudges begin.

This guide walks through the whole process: preparing your home, the first meeting, the first weeks, and the signs that mean you should ask for professional help.

Your neighbour mentions that your dog howled for an hour after you left. You come home to scratched doors, a chewed cushion, or a puddle by the exit. It's tempting to read this as spite, but dogs don't plan revenge. What you're seeing is almost always distress.

Separation anxiety is one of the most common behaviour problems in dogs, and it is treatable. This guide explains how to recognise it, what to avoid, and how to build up your dog's confidence gradually.

A cat who suddenly starts going outside the litter box isn't being spiteful. Cats don't have revenge plans. They're telling you something is wrong, whether it's pain, stress or a box they no longer want to use. It's one of the most common reasons cats are given up, which makes solving it kindly and quickly all the more important.

This guide helps you work through the causes in the right order and get your cat back on track.