Tips for a safe and healthy holiday with your dog

Dear Miss Behavin’: Our spunky terrier Charlie has gotten himself into more trouble than usual lately since we decorated our apartment for the holidays. Any tips on how to have an incident-free holiday season with a mischievous dog? As you’ve discovered, there are...

Advice on cat scratching herself

Usually an easy way to check for fleas is to comb through your cat’s fur using a flea comb. The smaller bristles of the comb help to trap the fleas, their eggs, and the flea dirt. You may end up seeing a flea on the comb initially or you may find flea dirt instead....

What to pack when traveling with your dog

I’m heading out on a last minute trip this weekend and bringing my dog Willy. We’re staying at our friend’s cabin. I’ve already set aside the essentials like food and his leash, but what else should I pack for him? Hooray for a dog friendly vacation! There are a few...

Helping puppy not be frazzled in social situations

Dear Miss Behavin’: We have a new puppy who loves people but can get overwhelmed at times. It’s our turn to host Thanksgiving this year so we will have about 20 people at our house! How do we keep Franny from getting too frazzled? We all know holidays can be stressful...

Litterbox issues

Dear Miss Behavin’: I’ve been having various issues with my two cats, from litterbox problems to kitty scuffles every so often. I’ve searched online for help, and am overwhelmed by the number of resources and advice available. How do I sort through all of it? Many a...

Training dog to not bark when mail is delivered

Dear Miss Behavin’: Our Dalmatian, Groovy, loses his mind whenever the mail or a package is delivered to our house. With the holidays fast approaching (and surely more packages arriving), how can we help him keep his cool? Unfortunately for dog parents, the old saying...