Articles tagged with 'Problem behaviours'
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 (e. g. , growling, hissing) and scent-based signals (e. g. , urine spraying).
How can I stop my dog jumping the fence and running away?
If your dog is jumping the fence and running away, the first step is to work out why. When you identify the reason(s), you can take steps to address the issue. Dogs jump fences for different reasons. They may be bored, lonely or scared to be left alone.
How do I stop a neighbour’s cat from entering and toileting in my yard?
RSPCA Australia encourages owners to contain of cats within their property boundaries to help protect cats from disease and injury, avoid them becoming lost, reduce the impact on wildlife, and prevent disturbance to neighbours. Welfare check First, assess if the cat is owned (e. g.
What can I do if my dog is anxious when I’m not at home?
Dogs are highly social animals who generally prefer to live in groups. Many dogs can become anxious when separated from their human family.
What is the RSPCA’s view on dominance dog training?
Many of the assumptions that form the basis of dominance dog training are flawed and are often harmful to dogs and the human-animal bond.
Why does my cat scratch the furniture?
Cats naturally perform scratching behaviour for a variety of reasons, such as to maintain their claws, mark territory (cats deposit scent when they scratch as they have scent glands around their paw pads), and as an emotional outlet (e. g. , frustration, anxiety, excitement).
Why is my cat urinating inappropriately?
Feline inappropriate urination (urinating in the wrong place) can be quite common. It often involves the cat urinating outside their litter box in an inappropriate area or on an inappropriate object. The causes are generally medical or behavioural.
My puppy is chewing everything, what should I do?
Chewing is a normal dog behaviour, and dogs should be provided with opportunities to chew things. However, chewing can be a problem if it’s excessive, or if the dog is injuring themselves or damaging property.
How should I care for my pets during fireworks displays?
Across Australia, there are many celebrations that may involve fireworks. Unfortunately, many animals are terrified by firework displays, and these can indirectly pose risks to animal safety by causing them to take flight and try to escape the loud noises.
My dog is digging up the garden, what should I do?
Digging is a normal dog behaviour. A dog who digs is not being disobedient. Dogs may dig to help them cope, so punishing them or stopping them without understanding why they’re digging can compromise their welfare and lead to more problems.