That relentless scratching. Every pet parent knows the sound – the constant thump of a dog’s leg against their ear (and the floor), often followed by a headshake. It’s a sound that instantly triggers ...

Scratching also leaves a visual mark on the ground. Ground scratching could be yet another form of social communication, and taken together, peeing, pooping, and ground scratching are a good example ...

Cat scratching. It’s as natural to felines as purring or chasing a toy. It’s not misbehavior. It’s an instinct that’s essential for their physical and emotional well-being. But when your sofa arms ...

As if dealing with seasonal allergies isn’t enough, our pets also have to contend with the re-emergence of fleas. These pests are a problem in south Louisiana year round, but they are most prominent ...

I'm often asked why dogs occasionally scratch the ground after they pee or poop. I've also been asked why a dog sometimes will scratch the ground without having previously peed or pooped. A few weeks ...