Animals

Dog marks its territory
Dog marks its territory

How to prevent male dogs from marking their territory in the house

Dog marks its territory

The instinct of a male dog causes it to mark its territory with urine splashes in several places to protect its territory from potential threats. At the same time, marking the territory serves to build up the dog's ego, especially if changes have taken place in the home that unsettle the dog. For this reason, the dog should not be punished for its behaviour, but only "re-trained", no matter how frustrating it may be.

(more…)

Continue ReadingHow to prevent male dogs from marking their territory in the house

Can cat litter be used for rabbits and guinea pigs?

Guinea pig

There are several reasons not to use cat litter for guinea pigs or rabbits. First of all, small rodents have a completely different toilet than cats. While cats only go to their litter tray to do their business, but otherwise spend their time elsewhere, guinea pigs and rabbits usually go to a corner of their cage or enclosure to wee or poo. 

(more…)

Continue ReadingCan cat litter be used for rabbits and guinea pigs?