My cat is being aggressive towards my other cat, what should I do?
Aggression is one of the most common problems seen in behavioural practice. Aggression can be defined as a threat, challenge or...
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My dog is digging up the garden, what should I do?
Has your dog been digging up your lawn? If so, it’s important to remember that they don’t do this in... -
What can I do if my dog is anxious when I’m not at home?
Dogs are highly social animals that prefer to live in groups. Many dogs can become anxious when separated from their... -
What is a dangerous dog?
A dog that aggressively attacks a person or other animal, causing physical injury or death is classed as a dangerous... -
My puppy is chewing everything, what should I do?
Chewing is part of normal dog behaviour. Puppies investigate their environment by sniffing and chewing on objects. Puppies also chew... -
Should I use an anti-barking collar to treat my dog’s barking problem?
There are some products on the market that are aimed at preventing dogs from barking such as sound collars (collars... -
What is the RSPCA’s view on dominance dog training?
In recent years there has been resurgence in popularity of dog training methods that espouse “dominance” models of dog behaviour.... -
How should I care for my pets during fireworks displays?
Across Australia, annual celebrations may involve fireworks. Unfortunately, many animals are terrified by firework displays which can indirectly pose risks... -
How can I stop my dog jumping the fence and running away?
Dogs jump fences for many different reasons, such as: They see an animal or something else that they feel compelled... -
How do I stop my cat from scratching the furniture?
If you have a cat that scratches the furniture or carpet, you are not alone. This is a common behaviour... -
How do I stop a neighbour’s cat from urinating in my yard?
If you see a cat urinating in your front yard, it is probably because that area has been claimed as... -
My cat is very active at night and keeps waking me up, what should I do?
Some cats are active at night, or are awake and ‘raring to go’ very early in the morning. Since many... -
My neighbour’s dog is constantly barking and disturbing me, what should I do?
Barking can be a source of annoyance and frustration for neighbours. Barking is a natural behaviour of dogs so if... -
What causes dogs to bark excessively?
Barking is a normal behaviour for dogs and an important means of communication. They may bark when calling out to other... -
Why is my cat urinating inappropriately?
Feline inappropriate urination (urinating in the wrong place) is a common issue for cat owners. It often involves the cat... -
My cat is being aggressive towards me, what should I do?
There are many different reasons why cats can be aggressive towards their owner or other people. To be able to... -
What are the main reasons that cats are surrendered to the RSPCA?
Cats are surrendered to the RSPCA for a wide range of reasons, including behavioural problems, medical issues, and abandonment by... -
My dog is barking excessively, what should I do?
Dogs bark excessively for numerous reasons including boredom, excitement, distress, territorial defence and fear and anxiety. Therefore the solutions to... -
My pet rabbit keeps biting me, what should I do?
Rabbits are timid, gentle, curious, and affectionate if given the opportunity. When your rabbit licks you, feel privileged. It is... -
How can I help with my adopted greyhound’s behaviour?
Most undesirable behaviours are actually normal dog behaviour which can create a problem when living with us. These include mouthing,...