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Behavior Explained Why Cats Love to Steal Our Seats

Some cats have the habit of taking up a person's seat the moment they get up. Here's why cats love to steal our seats.

Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention The 7 Most Common Cat Diseases

If animals behave differently, an illness might be the cause. We present the five most common diseases in cats.

Scottish fold cat playfully bites into the human's hand

Behavior Explained Cats Bite When Stroked for These 4 Reasons

Many people are surprised when a cat suddenly bites while being stroked. PETBOOK explains why cats bite when stroked.

Border Collie runs through the snow with a tennis ball in its mouth

Cut, brush, care Coat care in winter: What dog owners should look out for

Dogs can also get cold. Depending on the breed, there are a few things for owners to bear in mind when grooming dogs' coats in winter.

Fruity snack Which fruits are dogs (not) allowed to eat?

Many fruits provide dogs with important vitamins and nutrients. But which fruits can and should dogs eat and which ones are unsuitable?

The "off" signal is very important for dog training

PETBOOK Dog School How to teach the dog the 'drop it' command

Teaching the "drop it!" command: That's what the second episode of PETBOOK Dog School with trainer Verena Backhaus is all about.

Lifting, kissing, etc. 17 things cats can't stand

If you bring a cat into your home, you should avoid and consider the things that the cats hate. Here are 17 examples.

Woman plays with cat lying on its back, raising its paw defensively

Too Little, Too Rough, Too Boring Eight Mistakes Almost Everyone Makes When Playing With Their Cat

Cats love to play. Unfortunately, we humans often make common mistakes when playing with them.

Dog Receives Vitamin D Supplements From Owner

Undersupply Recognizing and Treating Vitamin D Deficiency in Dogs

Unlike humans, dogs are unable to produce vitamin D on their own, which can lead to a vitamin D deficiency.

Vitamins and Minerals Dietary Supplements for Dogs–Useful or Unnecessary?

PETBOOK explains which dietary supplements can improve the health of dogs—and which ones have no place in their bowl.

Petbook Dog School How to Train Your Dog's Self-Control

In this episode of the PETBOOK Dog School, owners learn how to train their dogs in self-control.

Petbook Dog School How to Teach Your Dog the Attention Signal

In this episode of the PETBOOK Dog School, owners learn how to successfully teach their dogs the attention signal.

Petbook Dog School How to Help Your Dog Overcome Anxiety

For anxious dogs, everyday life can often be challenging. In the latest episode of the PETBOOK Dog School, we explain how to train dogs to overcome their fears.

Petbook Dog School How to Successfully Train Your Dog Indoors

In this episode of Dog School, owners learn how blanket training with their dogs works through four progressive exercises.

Petbook Dog School Teaching Your Dog to Come When Called

In this episode of PETBOOK Dog School, dog trainer Verena Backhaus explains how to successfully teach your dog to come when called.

Dog Josi sits on the grass at the dog school

Petbook Dog School Training Your Dog to Stop Jumping

How to Train Your Dog Not to Jump: In this episode of the PETBOOK Dog School, owners learn valuable basics for training.