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Behavior

Training a dog? Deciphering a cat tail twitch? We’ve got expert tips for the wackiest of behaviors.

basic obedience & training

Learn from the experts and train your pet on basic obedience: potty training, crate training, even litter box training. Plus, how to find a professional trainer.

Woman doing agility training with her dog outside.

Get out those puzzles!

Woman training her Corgi dog outside in the grass.

Learn what resources are helpful, which certifications you can earn, and more.

A woman and her cat plays with the Vetreska heartpurrple cat climber.

They love to play, and you need to keep them busy. Here you go.


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behavioral issues

Dog barking? Cat scratching? Our experts have tips to help all sorts of behavior and aggression issues so your pet can earn that “good boy!” (or girl).

Puppy waiting in bathroom next to toilet.

How to get (and keep) your pup’s head out of the toilet.

Cat meowing while sitting with woman at home.

It’s definitely a sign that something is off.

Bored gray cat at home.

For starters, get ready to clean up some messes.

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behavior & body language

Tail wagging? Ear pinning? It all means something. We’ll show you how to understand your pet (and communicate with them) with guides to decode the weirdest body language and behavior.

Small dog pooping outside.

And what about the ones who hide their faces?

Woman petting her cat on the couch at home.

They will most likely accept your apology.

Scared dog laying on the bed at home.

“Fear memories” are very real for pups.

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anxiety & separation anxiety

Learn how to deal with separation anxiety (and other forms of pet anxiety) so they keep calm when you’re not together.

Cute white dog with his emotional support life size doll.

Shark Tank and TikTok seem to think so.

Scared dog laying on the bed at home.

“Fear memories” are very real for pups.

Cute scruffy dog staring outside a window.

Here’s what vets and other pet experts in America think.

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