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Simple Coping Strategies for Cat Stress Responses
Cats, like us, feel stress and tension. When tense they easily show stress responses, and excessive stress affects health and lifespan. How can owners help? Here we detail cat stress sources and simple coping strategies.
Can Dogs Dance?
Dogs respond to music through tail-wagging, not dancing. Discover what science says about dogs and music, and why some dogs seem to boogie.
Common Causes, Medications, and Prevention of Sneezing and Runny Nose in Dogs and Cats
Sneezing and runny nose in pets are symptoms of disease, usually caused by respiratory infections. Sneezing and a runny nose are physiological responses of the nasal mucosa to various irritants; the more common causes are colds and rhinitis. Next, we introduce the causes of sneezing and runny nose in dogs and cats and the medication treatment for the corresponding diseases.
What Rabbits Fear Most
Rabbits are timid and easily scared; avoid their fears to prevent stress. Here is what they fear.
What happens if you disturb a puppy’s sleep
Chronic noise and sleep loss make puppies anxious and behaviorally problematic (excess barking, aggression, sensitivity), cause psychological issues like depression/anxiety, and hurt growth via reduced growth hormone and lower immunity.
What Causes an Arowana to Lie on the Tank Bottom?
Arowana are very sensitive to environment and water changes; noise or big changes inside or outside the tank can cause lying low, as can big water changes or large pH or temperature swings. Our veterinarian details the causes.
Korat
The Korat cat, also called the Korat or Si-Sawat, originates from the Khorat Plateau in northwest Thailand and is an ancient breed. Introduced to the US in 1959 and recognized by American cat lovers in 1965, and by Britain 10 years later. Its coat, like the Russian Blue and Chartreux, is solid blue with no shading or pattern, with a silvery sheen, and it has a unique heart-shaped face.
How to keep a Pit Bull calm?
Identify the cause of excitement (strangers, scents, noise) and train gradual desensitization. For sound sensitivity, play it from afar in a crate, reward calm behavior, then shorten the distance over time.
How to train a timid dog?
Timidity may come from a closed environment. Play radio or TV indoors to accustom it to noise, and after vaccination take it out, waiting (not carrying) if it hesitates. Gradually go to busier places.
Thinking of a Dachshund? Pros, Cons, and Common Illnesses First
The Dachshund is loyal, clever, and compact, but also stubborn, vocal, food-obsessed, and prone to back trouble from its long spine. Weigh the pros, cons, and common health issues before you commit to over a decade of care.