Packing for vacation with your dog

Dear Miss Behavin’ We booked a last minute dog-friendly getaway for Memorial Day weekend and we’re bringing our dog, Willy. What sort of things do you pack for your dog?  Hooray for a dog friendly vacation! There are a few things you might not think of that will make...

Training your dog to not eat so fast

Dear Miss Behavin’: We got a sweet new puppy, Flower, last week who has quite the appetite. A few times, she’s eaten her meals so quickly that they come right back up! How do we slow her down? First of all, congratulations on your new puppy! It’s good that she has a...

What to do if you find a newborn kitten

Dear Miss Behavin’: I found a newborn kitten in the backyard, what should I do now?  If you’re not sure about how to take care of a newborn kitten and don’t have the means or time, check with your local animal shelter or rescues on whether they take in newborns. Feel...

Advice on curtailing your dog’s barking when you’re not home

Dear Miss Behavin’: Our neighbor recently left a nice note in our mailbox letting us know that our dog, Bruiser, has been barking during the day when we’re gone. We had no idea! How can we work on this if we aren’t home?  First of all, it was kind of your neighbor to...

Should I be concerned my cat’s eating habits have changed?

Dear Miss Behavin’: My cat has become finicky with his food and hasn’t been eating much over the past week. Should I take him to the vet for a checkup? If your cat’s food preferences have changed suddenly it’s definitely a good idea to schedule a visit with his vet...

High value treats

Dear Miss Behavin’: I’m working on my dog’s reactivity on walks and someone mentioned using “high value treats.” What are they and how can I utilize them? Let’s say you have a bad habit of rushing out the door in the mornings. You find yourself flustered and most days...