Bringing newly adopted pet home for the first time

Dear Critter Corner: I am very excited to be able to adopt my first pet! I am leaning towards a dog and would like to know what to expect once I bring them home? Change can be jarring for anyone, especially for an animal that does not understand the concept the same...

Black cats are good luck

Dear Critter Corner: I have adopted a couple of black kittens that are adorable, but some of my friends sincerely think they are going to bring me bad luck. They have brought me nothing but happiness. Why are people suspicious of black cats? When it comes to black...

Dog constantly chewing on things

Dear Critter Corner: My partner and I just adopted a new puppy, and she has been great, with one exception. When we leave her alone, she constantly chews on things she’s not supposed to and has cost us a lot of money in damages. We love her, but we are frustrated with...

Teaching dog to respect the cat

Dear Critter Corner: I recently adopted a young dog and it chases the cat all over the house. I am worried for my cat’s safety. I love my new dog but do not want to return it. What can I do? When fighting against natural prey-drive, the obedience of the dog is the key...

Helping cat adjust to changes

Dear Critter Corner: I recently had my house remodeled, during which my cat disappeared into the closet for several days. He just now is returning to the living room, where he used to spend most of his time, but appears stressed. What can I do to help him? Cats often...

Rabbits make great pets

Dear Critter Corner: My kids are old enough to look after their first pet and are very interested in adopting a bunny. I’ve always thought of rabbits as outside animals, do they make good house pets? There are over 300 breeds of rabbits, and many do well in an indoor...