Staff Newspaper Column
Critter Corner
Budgie needs
Dear Miss Behavin’: I really want to get a bird, specifically a budgie. I have done a little research but I’m not sure if I’m ready for a pet bird. What do budgies need to feel comfortable? Birds can be great pets and companions, but they do require a lot of care....
Teaching puppy to not jump on people
Dear Miss Behavin’: Our puppy has been allowed to say hi to the family by jumping up on us. We are now realizing that he will be bigger than what we thought and that he could hurt someone, how do we correct the behavior? Great job on realizing the potential problem...
Adding a second dog to the family
Dear Miss Behavin’: We’ve long been thinking about getting a second dog as a playmate for our young shepherd mix, Donny, and figure now is as good a time as any! Any tips on making sure they are compatible? Though it seems obvious, a good starting point is determining...
Rabbit Enrichment
Dear Miss Behavin’: I recently adopted a rabbit and as a first time rabbit owner I still have a lot to learn. What are some things that I can offer my rabbit to make sure she doesn’t get bored? Sometimes she chews on my furniture and I’m worried I’m not offering her...
Helping new puppy settle down
Dear Miss Behavin’: We have a new puppy and that is very active and doesn’t like to sit still or settle for very long. Is there something we can do to help our puppy learn to settle? This is a great question and one that is often over looked by many owners, the...
Cat no longer using the litter box
Dear Miss Behavin’: I’ve had my cat JJ for about six years and he’s always been pretty perfect! Lately, he stopped using the litter box and now seems to enjoy using the dining room floor. What is the deal and how can we correct this? There are various reasons that a...
Helping a shy cat adjust
Dear Miss Behavin’: I recently adopted a shy cat from the shelter. The past few days she’s been hiding under my bed, only coming out to use her litterbox and eat at night. What can I do to help her feel safe and secure in her new home? Firstly, thank you for adopting...
Tips on helping dog deal with firework noise
Dear Miss Behavin’: We have a new puppy and are concerned about the upcoming 4th of July holiday and how our pup will react to the fireworks. What are some steps we can take to ensure a safe and stress-free holiday for our pup? The 4th of July can be a scary day for...
Camping with dog
Dear Miss Behavin’: We decided to get out of town for a bit and are going camping in a couple weeks! We’ve never brought our dog, Ruby, with us before but we’re planning to bring her this time. Any tips for her first camping adventure? Ruby is a lucky dog and will no...
Tips on re-directing an overly stimulated cat
Dear Miss Behavin’: I am having some trouble with my cat. Sometimes while I’m petting my cat she swipes at me or tries to bite me. A few times it has happened after only a few pets. What is going on with my cat and why can’t I pet her for very long? Like with humans,...
