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Critter Corner

Helping newly adopted cat adjust to new home

Dear Miss Behavin’: I am planning adopting a cat next week. What can I do to ensure my new cat feels safe and will acclimate to his new home smoothly?  Bringing home a new cat is exciting! You want your new cat to adjust quickly and without much trouble. Some cats...

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Teaching puppy to not bite

Dear Miss Behavin’:  We just got a lab puppy named Sammy and she’s so fun! However, over the last couple of days she has started using her teeth on everything, including the kids! They are starting to become scared of her. How do we stop her from biting everything?...

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Yes you can train a cat!

Dear Miss Behavin’: My dog is well trained. He knows sit, stay, come, you name it! When I call my cat’s name he just ignores me (in typical cat fashion). Can I train my cat similar commands as my dog? Is it possible? Contrary to popular belief cats are definitely...

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Tips on stopping puppy from biting

Our newly adopted puppy is biting everyone and everything in our house!   Is this normal and how can we make him to stop?  Congratulations on your new family member!  Rest assured your puppies’ biting is very normal!  Here are some tips to get you through this stage...

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Keeping indoor kitty entertained and healthy

Dear Miss Behavin’: I recently adopted a cat that will be indoors-only. I worry that she will be bored and less enriched than an outdoor cat. How can I make sure she stays happy indoors? It’s actually quite easy to make sure your indoor cat leads a fun and enriching...

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My dog seems afraid of men

Dear Miss Behavin’: Our newly adopted dog seems to be settling in to his new home, but we are having a problem with him barking at the males in the household.  How can we correct the behavior? Congratulations on your new family member!  I would recommend that you...

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Cat keeping you up at night?

Dear Miss Behavin': My cat, Louie, has been roaming around the house and meowing in the middle of the night, waking me up. How can I get him to stop? Cats are naturally nocturnal animals so this behavior is no surprise. Luckily, there are a few ways you can encourage...

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Setting puppy up for success

Dear Miss Behavin’: I recently adopted a puppy and I want her to be comfortable around people and new places. What’s the best way to set my puppy up for success? Socialization is very important, especially in the first few weeks and months of a puppy’s life. Under...

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Settling a newly adopted dog

Dear Miss Behavin’: We have decided to adopt a dog, but are not sure if we should get a puppy or an adult.  This will also be our first dog so what should we expect? Congratulations on your new family member!  There are many things to consider when bringing a dog into...

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