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What does it mean when a cat rolls on the floor to greet you? It's not an invitation to rub its sensitive belly.

Do Owls Actually Attack Humans? Owl Expert Stefan Brücher Explains the Truth and How Dangerous Owls Really Are

Is your dog licking or nibbling its paws? PETBOOK explains the reasons behind this behavior and what owners can do about it.

A Whiff and a Rejection: Why Do So Many Cats Exhibit This Behavior and When Should You Be Concerned?

The Japanese spider crab seems like a creature from another world. PETBOOK explains why it is also called the giant sea spider.

What does it mean when a dog turns its back to you? Dog trainer Katharina Marioth explains.

Why do dogs love gross things? PETBOOK consults experts and reveals how to break the habit.

Dogs know exactly how to pull out all the stops with just one sad look. But how can I tell if my dog is truly sad?

Dogs may immediately take to some people, while they are reserved around others. A dog trainer explains how dogs decide whom they like.

Dog psychologist Marc Ebersbach explains where violence against dogs begins and what mistakes many owners unknowingly make.

Leaving a dog alone for eight hours a day: Is it possible? A dog trainer explains the potential consequences and offers alternatives.

Is your cat bored? Here's how to tell. Plus, PETBOOK explains what really helps cats.

How to tell if your cat is comfortable: PETBOOK reveals the signs and behaviors to watch for.

Lemons to Stop Cats from Biting Plants? Such Training Tricks for Cats Are Often Problematic. PETBOOK Explains.

Do cats miss their owners? Researchers now have a clear answer that may surprise many.

When a cat suddenly starts urinating indoors, owners are often perplexed. Here's what might be causing it and what can help.

Why Does My Cat Bite My Foot? What You Can Do About It, Explained by Cat Behavior Expert Dr. Saskia Schneider

How can owners properly care for mice? PETBOOK explains the necessary size of the enclosure and other important considerations.

The Rat King–a rare natural phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries. PETBOOK explains how it occurs.

Rabbits in the garden sound particularly natural. However, those who want to keep their animals outside must take several precautions.

Many animals enjoy eating carrots—but can hamsters, rabbits, and the like eat them if they have black spots?

If a rabbit stops eating and appears unusually tense, it may indicate a stomach overload. PETBOOK explains how this can happen.

How do owners know if their rabbit is too fat or too thin? PETBOOK explains the Body Condition Score and advises what owners should look out for.

During heat waves, horse owners should pay special attention to their animals. PETBOOK explains what is particularly important.

710,000 euros, 310,000 euros, or 75,000 euros: A case highlights the challenges of valuing horses. What determines their price?

Patting a horse's neck is considered a classic form of praise. But do horses actually understand this? Expert Dr. Vivian Gabor provides insight.

Do you know the "Clever Hans effect"? It involves the story of a calculating horse. PETBOOK reveals whether this story is true.

Dr. Olivier Brandenberger, chief physician at the Hanse Clinic for Horses, provides insight into the phenomenon of horse sheath noises.

How much should a horse drink daily? PETBOOK explains how to recognize dehydration and properly cool your horse on hot days.

City pigeons often struggle with mutilated feet. The Taubenhaus Südkreuz e.V. explains the causes and what can be done to help.

PETBOOK explains how birds protect themselves from rain and how this behavior varies among different bird species.

Collecting bird feathers can be costly and even result in fines. Read on to find out why the law is so strict in this regard.

Did you know? Pigeons are not omnivores and in the wild, they actually eat only very specific foods.

Do birds flee sooner from women? A study shows how human gender affects animals' flight distance.

Do you know how old goldfish can get? These small aquatic creatures can reach a surprisingly advanced age.

In the bearded dragon terrarium, hygiene and calm routines are key during cleaning, though some people often make mistakes.

Colorful and fascinating—the poison dart frog is pet of the year 2026. Here's what to consider for care, equipment, and protection.

The red-bellied short-necked turtle is an exotic reptile commonly found in home terrariums and can also be kept in groups.

Algae in aquariums can become troublesome if they multiply excessively. Which types are problematic and which are not.

Properly feeding reptiles means understanding their needs and ensuring their health and well-being through a tailored diet.

Some freeze, others shed their tails: PETBOOK introduces 11 skittish animals and shows how they handle danger.

Do you know how old squirrels can get? PETBOOK explains their life expectancy and reveals why many don't survive their first year.

Dolphin Bubbles hunts differently from its peers. Instead of eating fish, it often grabs the regurgitated stomach contents of its prey.

The Tilcayo cat was long considered a known tiger cat. It wasn't until a DNA analysis that it was revealed to be its own species of wildcat.

Injured penguins in bright red bodysuits are dressed this way to cover open and stitched wounds.

Some snakes remain in animal shelters for several years. The Hamburg Animal Protection Association of 1841 explains why in PETBOOK.

Why are many Galgos and Podencos looking for homes? Author Nadine Buch explains the role of hunting, animal welfare, and Spain

In certain situations, sheep need assistance, and you should give them a firm push. Here's how to do it and why it's necessary.

Dogs from abroad may have fake vaccination stickers, even if their documents appear complete. PETBOOK explains what to look out for.

Live for free on a Greek island and help cats? Here's how the volunteer project "Syros Cats" works on Syros.

Cat Lilly always urinated next to the toilet. It wasn't until behavior therapist Helena Becker got involved that the reason was discovered.