What Is Your Dog’s Love Language? Signs Your Dog Loves You
How to interpret your pup’s affectionate behavior. What are signs your dog loves you? And how does your dog show love? A snuggle at the end of the day?...
Behaviour
Dog zodiac signs – is it written in the (dog) stars?
There are few people – whether they believe in astrology or not – who don’t glance at their horoscope if they find a page of star signs! But have...
Who is smarter: Dogs or cats?
The ongoing debate over whether dogs or cats are the smarter species has divided pet lovers throughout history. It turns out, however, that the answer to this is not...
Do dogs smile and laugh like we do?
It surely makes you happy to see your pet with a wide grin, whether it be at snack time or during a belly scratch. Their mouth opens wide, their...
All about cat kneading
Cats make wonderful companions, but they also do strange things we don’t always understand. You may notice your cat “making biscuits” or kneading on your lap or a blanket....
Why do dogs hump other dogs, people, and objects?
Humping is a very common behavior in dogs. Despite appearances, it is not always sexually motivated and is typically harmless. There are, however, some situations in which humping can...
Canine Christmas Code
For us, Christmas is usually a happy time full of love, laughter and happiness – but for our dogs the holiday season can often be a time of unpredictability,...
You’ve made your bed – but should your dog lie in it?
A key part of working on behaviour cases is taking a full history from the owner about their dog, their relationship and their lifestyle. I’ve lost count of the...
Why Does My Kitten Suck or Nurse on My Blankets?
From kittenhood to adulthood, cats can be hilarious goofballs. While their playful and quirky nature makes them wonderful and entertaining companions, for observant pet owners, it can also add...
How Cold is Too Cold to Walk Your Dog?
I wish I could give you an easy answer to this question! One of those “when the temperature is ** degrees, stay inside, wrap up warm and curl up...
How to Stop My Kitten From Biting & Attacking Me?
When most people adopt a kitten, they don’t usually think of it as having a tiny hunter prowling around the house. Typically the sentiment is much sweeter, more heartfelt,...
Can Dogs Predict The Future?
A recent survey found that 25% of people believe that humans have psychic abilities. Being able to predict the future is a special power that could certainly make life a lot...
10 weird things about dogs
Pets become such beloved members of the family that it can sometimes be easy to forget they’re an entirely different species. While they may go through life at our...
What are the signs your dog loves you?
Love is one of those strange things that you recognise when you see it but can’t really put your finger on describing exactly what it is… It’s just a...
How Therapy Dogs Can Improve Students’ Mental and Physical Health
The relationship between humans and dogs goes back many centuries. Dogs have long been our best companions. Through domestication and natural selection, they have gradually become skilled in their...
11 Common Ragdoll Cat Behavior Problems And How To Deal With Them
Ragdoll cats can be lovable, cuddly companions that do little to aggravate their owners. But some Ragdoll cat behavior problems may develop over time, especially when you try to...
Clingy Felines: Why Does My Cat Follow Me Everywhere?
Cats are fascinating creatures. You’ve probably met cats that prefer to hide from people completely. They find a secure place to perch and wait until the coast is clear...
Odd Things Cats Do & Why
As a cat owner, you have probably noticed that their behaviors are a bit peculiar. They are very different from owning dogs and will leave you questioning their motives....
Understanding Dog Aggression
What is Dog Aggression? Many people associate aggression with a mean dog, but aggressive behavior can mean a lot of different things when it comes to canines: protecting, guarding,...
How to Stop Your Dog from Digging
Digging is a natural behavior in dogs, but that doesn’t make it any less frustrating when your pup turns your well-maintained yard into a series of holes. To stop...
Why does your dog bring you random objects?
You walk in the door after leaving your dog home alone and you are greeted by a wagging tail and a toy or other random item from around the...
Winter wardrobe
Working on the GILL x tails.com charity project to create a waterproof dog coat prompted some wider thinking about what really makes sense for the breeds that benefit from a winter coat. While our dogs...
Essential Life Skills to Teach Your Dogs
Every dog owner wants their pup to grow into an intelligent and well-behaved adult dog. But many bad habits start at puppyhood. Training is not only obedience skills but...
Are Bully Dogs Dangerous?
Bully dogs stem from the family of pit bulls that make up less than 6% of the pet dog population in the US. But they are infamous because these...
Food for thought
A frequent question I’m asked is ‘are there foods that will improve my dog’s behaviour’ or ‘are there foods that will make my dog’s behaviour worse?’. That might seem...
Why Does My Cat Dip Their Paw in Their Water Bowl?
Raising cats is never easy. They look cute and cuddly on TikTok or when you visit your friend’s kitties, but once you get your own feline friend, you soon...
Top Weird Dog Behaviors Explained
Do you ever look at your dog and think, “what exactly is going on in there?” I know I do every time I turn on the shower and my...
Why do dogs sniff on a walk? Thank you for asking
We all know what it’s like when you run your dog out for a walk and he stops to sniff every few steps. The thrilling feeling of victory when you...
