 
							
					
															
					
					 by Morris Animal Inn | General Pet Parenting
Talking to your pet helps us to bond with them. If you’re a fan of cozy mysteries, you might be familiar with the popular The Cat Who… books by late author Lilian Jackson Braun. Her main character, Jim Qwilleran, has two Siamese cats and, whenever he leaves them, he...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Morris Animal Inn | Dog Behavior
At some point, if you’re a dog owner, you’ve probably been frustrated when your dog gets into the trash can. Not only is the ensuing mess irritating, but there’s worry whether or not your dog ate something he or she shouldn’t eat. It could be the remains of the...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Morris Animal Inn | Dog Wellness
Just as children playing sports in the sweltering summer heat require hydration, so does your canine companion. Ensure there is plenty of fresh water available, both indoors and outdoors. Feel free to add ice cubes to cool it down if needed. Change the water...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Morris Animal Inn | Cat Behavior
When a cat hides, they can have a reputation for being shy or anti-social. While that may be true for some of them, it just depends. The way cats are treated while very young has an impact. Most kittens spend approximately the first eight weeks after they are born...				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					 by Morris Animal Inn | Dog Training
Why rewards work better than punishment? Think about your day at work. Maybe it wasn’t the best day; you messed up on a project, and your bossed yelled at you. Or maybe it was a great day; you did well, even excelled, and your boss was enthusiastic and commended you...