If you think your cat bumps his head against you because he loves you, then…congratulations! He loves you! The behavior is called head-bunting or head-bumping as headbutting is usually a more violent means of attack. Even though most of us like to fancy that our cats adore us, this ritual, whatever it is called, is […]

If you’re part of the meat-eating population of humankind, you might think that chickens make a darn good meal. However, whatever our diets may be composed of, many of us know that chickens make fabulous pets too. Of course, it takes someone with an open mind to see beneath the feathers and squawking; chicken affection […]

It seems that the more you want something, the more it seems to slip out your grasp. That job, that perfect partner, that cute cat…it’s painful to be ignored by your cat kid especially when your cat-despising friend is lavished with meows of affection. Cats and Dogs Dogs thrive on hearty displays of affection from […]

Cats unfairly have a bad reputation for their seemingly haughty demeanors and icy personalities. Human beings tend to anthropomorphize and they ascribe traits associated with aloofness to cats. While many of these feline traits may indeed be indicative of a cat’s desire to be alone, we miss so many signs of their enduring love for […]

Cats are almost the perfect pet. They aren’t high maintenance but they are cuddly and soft. If you’re especially blessed, you’ll have an extraordinarily affectionate cat who wants to be around you all the time. Fortunately, most people who are yearning for some pet love can take on a cat but there are still considerations […]

Rats, through the centuries, have been vilified by humans. Maybe they gained their notorious reputation because of the bubonic plagues which spread through Europe, via ridesharing fleas. In the 21st century, these rodents have been the subject of lab tests. Perhaps an unintended consequence is that we now understand their behaviors better, and therefore realize […]

Does your dog ever suddenly begin rubbing his head and face all over you for some strange reason? You may think your canine friend just wants to clean his face of whatever he was eating or drinking, or perhaps it’s a sign of affection or even a territorial marking of some sort? Or does this […]

Before you go to a store to buy a reptile, know that there are plenty of animal rescue organizations dedicated to saving these scaly animals. Too many people don’t realize that reptiles aren’t a good fit for their household and they either release them into the wild or simply neglect them. Just like mammals, there […]

Dominance. Hunger. Thirst. Signs of Affection. Could all of the above reasons be why your dog is a nibbler? Dogs have different reasons for nibbling their owners, including displaying dominance or to inform you that they’re hungry, thirsty, or even to show affection. Nibbling and mouthing is an action the dog will characteristically cling to […]

Do Dogs Know What Hugs Are? Most everyone loves to snuggle, cuddle, and hug their dogs, but what do they make of it? Personally, I have two dogs who have very different opinions on the matter of hugging. One dog loves to be hugged, picked up, and is an excellent little spoon. The other goes […]

My wife refers to our dog’s licks as “doggie kisses.” As soon as we begin petting him, he begins the licking. Following are a few reasons for all of those “doggie kisses.” Don’t Call Me “Cujo”! No, dogs don’t lick you to eat you (unsure about wild dogs, though)! Licking is more of a social […]