My cat is being aggressive towards my other cat, what should I do?
Aggressive behaviour (a threat, challenge, or attack) may include scratching, biting, and visual (e.g., changes in posture, erect fur), vocal...
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One of my cats has died, should I get a companion for my remaining cat?
Losing a member of the family is difficult, both for human and non-human members of the household. It has been... -
How should I introduce a new cat or kitten to my existing cat?
How well cats get along with each other is influenced by a range of factors related to the owner, the... -
Should I get another cat to provide company for my cat?
All cats are individuals and the way cats relate to one another varies – some cats enjoy the company of... -
How should I introduce my new dog or puppy to my existing cat?
Introducing a new canine member to the family is a special and exciting time, but it can be a little... -
Is socialising my puppy important?
Socialisation involves exposing an animal to a range of experiences to help them prepare for and cope with different situations,... -
How should I introduce my new dog to my existing dog?
How well dogs get along with each other is influenced by a range of factors related to the owner, the... -
How should I introduce my new cat or kitten to the family dog?
First consider if it would be safe and appropriate to have both a dog and cat as part of your... -
Do animals grieve the loss of another animal in the household?
While cannot know exactly how animals are feeling, there is evidence that animals can experience positive and negative emotional states... -
Does my horse need a companion?
Horses naturally live in herds and a normal horse is never alone by choice. These facts drive the behaviour of... -
What companionship do rabbits need?
Rabbits are a social species and have evolved to live in groups. In the wild, rabbits do not live alone.... -
Why should I desex my rabbits?
Desexing has numerous benefits for both male and female pet rabbits including reducing problem behaviours, facilitating easier bonding with new... -
How do I socialise my new bird with other birds?
Birds gather together in a flock which serve primarily as a protective unit for the birds. The relationship the birds... -
What company do my pet rats need?
Rats need the company of other rats and usually coexist happily together as long as they have enough space, resources,... -
What company do my pet mice need?
Mice need the company of other mice and usually coexist happily together as long as they have enough space, resources,... -
How do I socialise my ferrets with people and other ferrets?
Normal social behaviour Domesticated ferrets, unlike their wild cousins (the polecat and the weasel), are diurnal animals (active during the... -
Can my ferrets get parasites?
Internal parasites Adult ferrets are rarely affected by internal parasites such as worms, but juvenile ferrets (whose immune systems are... -
What should I feed my ferrets?
Ferret dietary needs There are two key facts to understand when you are planning a diet for your ferrets: They...