Tips on helping resident dog adjust to new puppy

Dear Miss Behavin’: We recently adopted a puppy named Hanky. We adore him but our older dog, Moe, hasn’t been his usual self. How can we help ensure a lifelong friendship between the two? Adding a new puppy to the household brings lots of change for everyone. One way...

Concerned about a decrease in senior cat’s appetite

Dear Miss Behavin’: I adopted a senior cat a few days ago and it hasn’t been eating much since then. Should I be concerned? It’s definitely a good idea to keep a close eye on a newly adopted animal, especially how much they are eating, drinking, and eliminating. These...

Suggestions on introducing a cat and dog together

Dear Miss Behavin’: My friend and I found a rental that allows pets and we plan to move in next month. She has a cat and I have a dog. Can you give us any tips on introducing them and helping them adjust to the new situation? Introductions between cats and dogs can be...

Keeping dog calm and relaxed in the car

Dear Miss Behavin’: Our new dog, Spanky, loves going places with us,and we love taking him. The problem is he’s so excited in the car that he can’t sit still. He hops from seat to seat and tries to lick our faces. How do we contain his excitement on the road? You are...

Tips on keeping your cat warm during the winter

Dear Miss Behavin’: This winter seems a lot colder than the past few winters and I was wondering if you have any advice on how to keep my cats warm? It can definitely be tricky trying to keep the kitties warm during winter, especially if you’re at work during the day...

Dog Park Drama?

Dear Miss Behavin’: My dog Duke and I have frequented the dog park for the last couple years. He has his regular buddies who he plays really well with, but Duke seems to have more and more “discussions” with other dogs lately. A few times we’ve had to leave the park....