Pet Mental Health Hub

Behavior and Mental Health

By Sassafras Lowrey
Man's hands holding paws of a young puppy
Cooperative Care: How to Make Vet Visits Less Stressful For Your Pet
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Low section of woman holding leash of Basset Hound on sidewalk
Do All Dogs Like Walks?
Dogs
By Vanessa Salvia
Pet cat in a veterinary collar close-up
Do Cats Know When Another Cat Is Sick?
Dogs
By Krissy Howard
Closeup portrait of cute sad calico cat lying on bed in bedroom room being petted stroked on head behind ears
Does Purring Always Mean Your Cat is Happy?
Cats
By Sassafras Lowrey
Cute Cocker Spaniel dog lying on the floor indoors
Dogs Don't "Fake it": How to Tell When Your Dog is in Pain
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Young woman with kitty and vet worker smiling at clinic
Helping New Cats Develop A Positive Relationship With Your Vet
Cats
By Krissy Howard
A Beautiful Eurasian Mother and Two Children Playing with Pet Dog
How Long Will It Take My New Dog To Warm up To Me?
Dogs
By Ryan Tronier
Scottish Fold Cat Outside
How to Comfort a Scared Cat
Cats
By Sassafras Lowrey
Woman with Dalmatian dog on woodland path.
How to Tell When Your Dog is Saying "No"
Dogs
By Sierra M. Koester
Cute cat lying on the windowsill and sadly looking out the window.
How to Treat Cat Depression
Cats
By Steve Milano
Weimaraner puppy sleeping indoors
Is My Puppy Bored Or Tired?
Dogs
By Samantha Story
Portrait of a woman with her beautiful dog
Signs Your Dog is Stressed (And What to Do About It)
Dogs
By Kat LaRue
Curious crossbreed Persian cat hiding behind the refrigerator when she saw stranger.
Welcoming a Fearful Cat Into Your Home
Cats
By Krissy Howard
black dog giving "whale eye" showing whites of his eyes
What Does It Mean When Your Dog Gives You "Whale Eye"?
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Border collie laying on a couch under a blanket.
What is Learned Helplessness in Dogs?
Dogs
By Susan Paretts
What Your Cat's Body Language is Telling You
What Is Your Cat's Body Language Telling You?
Cats
By Cassie Pestana
Sad Red-Haired Pet Dog Lying On Clean Bed In Bedroom At Home. Lonely Domestic Animal
What to Do if Your Dog Has Separation Anxiety
Dogs
By Vanessa Salvia
Two stray cats sitting on the wall of a wall on the street.
Why is My Cat Acting Aggressive Toward My Other Cat After a Vet Visit?
Cats

What to Buy

By Sassafras Lowrey
Competition Between A Cat And A Dog. Finding Treats In Homemade Educational Snuffle Mats For Pets.
The Best Dog Snuffle Mats for Slow Feeding and Enrichment
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
dog lick mat baby yoda
Banish Boredom With These Lick Mats for Dogs
Dogs
By Krissy Howard
Mental challenges game for cats, can also be used for daily feeding with dry food.
10 Lick Mats Your Cat Will Find Irresistible
Cats
By Sassafras Lowrey
cattamao Comfort Dog Anxiety Relief Coat
These Anxiety Vests Can Help Calm Your Dog During High-Stress Events
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
playful cat climbing on scratching post
Cat Scratchers for Feline Health and Stress Relief
Cats
By Krissy Howard
Entertaining, mental challenges game for cat, can be used for daily feeding with dry food.
Head (Not Cat) Scratching! 10 Cat Puzzle Toys for Enrichment
Cats
By Kelsey Pudloski
advanced dog puzzle toy
Puzzle Toys to Keep Your Dog Mentally Stimulated
Dogs
By Kelsey Pudloski
Starmark pickle pocket dog toy
The Best Treat Dispensing Toys for Dogs
Dogs

Enrichment

By Lisa Selvaggio
White cat on a cat tree and looking at a white feather.
4 Ways to Enrich Your Cat's Environment
Cats
By Krissy Howard
Bengal cat with a teaser in its paw.
5 Essential Enrichment Activities For Indoor Cats
Cats
By Sassafras Lowrey
Gray domestic cat eats pet treats with vitamin supplements
9 Tips For Happier Cat Mealtimes
Cats
By Olivia Healy
beagle in forest
Breed-Specific Enrichment: What Is It and How Can I Use It in My Dog’s Life?
Dogs
By Katie Avagliano
Cropped photo of man owner in warm dark jacket, walking Bernese mountain dog, footpath on wooden green bench, tranquil and calm spending time in the public park. Active lifestyle, joying. Cold spring
Enrichment Activities For Dogs Who Aren’t Food-Motivated
Dogs
By Kat LaRue
Hand of female owner playing with fluffy cute cat touches nose with finger. Pet lovers.
Everything You Should Do Your First Week With Your New Cat
Cats
By Kylie Ora Lobell
White dog playing with a puzzle designed for dogs
How Do Puzzle Games Help Your Dog?
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Dog surrounded by plush toys in a chair
How to Find What Kinds of Toys Your Dog Loves
Dogs

Training

By Liv Healy
Girl giving a treat to happy dog.
How to Choose a Qualified Dog Trainer
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
dalmatian eating food from a red bowl in a kitchen
Teaching Dogs & Puppies to be Comfortable Home Alone
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Playful Siberian Cat Enjoying Playing On Sofa With Her Owner
Using Games And Training To Bond With Your New Cat
Cats
By Sassafras Lowrey
Cute Border Collie dog jumping joyfully over a hurdle
What are Aversives, and Why Shouldn’t You Use Them?
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Two dogs being trained by a woman in their neighborhood.
What Does Force-free Mean?
Dogs
By Mila Ringo
Five Welsh Springer Spaniels Running in Green Grass
What is Dominance Theory, and Why is It Outdated?
Dogs
By Liv Healy
Hungry little dog stealing a croissant off of the plate on a coffee table
What is Management in Dog Training?
Dogs
By Krissy Howard
Certified Trainer Reviewed
Dog cookies with a training pouch and clicker. Top view.
What Is Positive Reinforcement Training?
Dogs
By Krissy Howard
terrier dog hiding under a bed.
What is Trigger Stacking in Dogs?
Dogs
By Sassafras Lowrey
Feeding pet cat with treat
Why Positive Reinforcement Training And Approaches Matter For Cats
Cats