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Wondering Why Your Cats Always Lie on Your Clothes? 2 Veterinarians Explain 19 Shares Cats are curious little creatures that like to curl up in a countless number of interesting places. Maybe you have a cat who enjoys squeezing into the corner of a cabinet for a snooze, or you have a cat who prefers to sleep under your bed as opposed to on top of it. Wherever a cat's unique sleeping spot may be, the one place that they seem most content is nestled right on their owner's clothing. It doesn't matter if it's an old pair of workout leggings or a newly worn cocktail dress, if it's yours, chances a...

Here's Exactly What to Do If Your Hamster Won't Come Out of Hiding 4 Shares If you've got an adorable pet hamster who's a bit of an escape artist, you know that feeling of panic that sets in when they won't reveal themselves. But take heart — it's unlikely you've lost your pet forever. They're probably just as scared as you are! And if you're a new hamster owner, it can take them time to grow comfortable with their human, which can exacerbate the hiding. Fortunately, coupled with plenty of patience, there are a few ways you can entice your furry friend to come out of hiding.

If Your Hamster Keeps Escaping the Cage, Here's What You Need to Do 1 Shares Keeping your pet hamster in their cage can be a challenge. They seem to have a magical way of escaping, no matter how secure you think their enclosure is. And then ensues the heart stopping moments where you try to coax them out of whatever cozy space they've decided to hide in. A hamster is safest inside their cages, so it's best to find a set up that keeps your furry friend safely locked in — these vet-approved tips will help you set up the best hamster cage.

How Do You Stop a Dog from Barking? Jennifer Nelson © Provided by Southern Living Getty Images When you rescue or adopt a dog, barking comes with the territory, right? Some dogs bark occasionally, some rarely bark, and others bark a lot. Like, a lot, a lot. The latter is where owners find themselves wondering, how do I get my dogs to stop barking? Dr. Maureen Murithi, veterinary spokesperson and team vet for Spirit Dog Training, an online dog training resource, says barking is one of the ways dogs communicate with their immediate environment. "Most times dogs bark out of fe...

No matter how cuddly and cute your puppy is, no one enjoys cleaning up accidents in the middle of the night. Crate training provides a safe space for your dog when you have to leave them unsupervised, said Jamie Richardson, BVetMed, USDA accredited, medical chief of staff at Small Door Veterinary. This prevents them from getting into any potential dangers (like chewing something hazardous) when they're left alone. Additionally, Dr. Richardson said, "It's comforting for your pet to have a cozy, quiet, safe space that they know belongs to them and that they can retreat to if they're feeling an...