How often should I bathe my dog?

Okay, here’s the expanded question:“How often should I bathe my dog, considering he’s a mixed breed with a short, smooth coat (likely some Lab or Beagle), is generally quite active…

How do I litter train my cat?

Okay, here’s a more detailed question: "I’ve recently adopted a cat, and while she’s settling in nicely, she’s not consistently using the litter box. I’m looking for a comprehensive guide…

* What are the signs of a healthy relationship?

Okay, instead of just "What are the signs of a healthy relationship?", I’m looking for a more comprehensive answer. I’m curious about specific behaviors, attitudes, and communication patterns that indicate…

* Where can I find good motivational quotes?

Okay, I’m looking for a good source of motivational quotes, but "good" is subjective. So, specifically, where can I find motivational quotes that are: Attributable to a credible source? I’d…

How do I stop my dog from barking excessively?

My Shiba Inu, Kenji, is barking at everything – the mailman, squirrels, leaves blowing in the wind, even just…nothing, seemingly. It’s driving me (and my neighbors!) crazy. I’ve tried ignoring…

Why does my cat knead/make biscuits?

My cat, Mittens, kneads on me, blankets, and soft surfaces. She’ll push her paws in and out, sometimes purring and drooling a little. She’s a seven-year-old rescue, so I don’t…

* How do I know if I’m in love?

Okay, here’s a more fleshed-out version of the question: "How do I really know if I’m in love, not just infatuated or experiencing strong feelings of lust or liking? I’m…

* What are the benefits of reading motivational quotes?

Okay, here’s a more comprehensive version of that question:What are the specific cognitive, emotional, and behavioral benefits of regularly reading motivational quotes, particularly when considering different types of quotes (e.g.,…

* What is love?

What is love, really? I mean, beyond the simple dictionary definitions or the romanticized versions we see in movies and hear in songs. What is the fundamental nature of this…

How much exercise does my dog need?

My dog, a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever named Buddy, seems restless lately. He’s putting on a little weight and I’m wondering if I’m not giving him enough exercise. He currently gets…

Why is my cat biting/scratching me?

My cat, Whiskers, has started biting and scratching me more frequently lately. It’s not a constant thing, but it seems to happen in a few different situations, and I can’t…