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Critter Corner
Working from home with the dog
Dear Miss Behavin’: My dog loves that we are working from home, but doesn’t realize that we are still working! He is demanding our attention and we feel bad locking him in his crate. What are some tips for keeping him occupied while we work? No doubt, Fido has had...
Litterbox training your rabbit
Dear Miss Behavin’: I recently adopted a rabbit and she’s pooping everywhere! Can I litterbox train a rabbit? I’ve also noticed she sometimes eats her poop. Is that normal? It is possible to train a rabbit to use the litterbox! They usually choose a specific place to...
Preparing puppy for vet visit
Dear Miss Behavin’: We have a new puppy and want to know the best way to prepare for an upcoming vet visit? Congratulations on your new family member! This is a great question as vet visits can be very scary for most pups! Things to think about are getting your pup...
Dealing with an escape artist dog
Dear Miss Behavin’: My dog, Jimmy, is constantly trying to escape the backyard, and he is often successful! Most of the time he digs under the fence. What can we do to keep him contained? A good place to start is thinking about why Jimmy keeps wanting to leave the...
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...
Getting the whole family involved in dog training
Dear Miss Behavin’: We would like to have our kids help with the training of our new pup. How can we make the training fun so that our kids will be more engaged and willing to participate in the training process? Congratulations on your new family member! Kudos to...
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?...
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...
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...
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...
