Why does my cat shed so much?
Cats shed all year round, but particularly heavily in spring and autumn, when the coat is replaced in step with light and temperature. Most of the hair you find on...
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How far can a cat find its way home?
Most cats can find their way home from a few kilometres away, and some have been documented returning over far greater distances. There is no fixed limit to how far...
Why do cats lick themselves?
Cats lick themselves to keep their coat clean, regulate their body temperature, care for their skin and calm down. It is a completely natural behaviour that your cat is born...
Why won't my dog eat?
When your dog stands in front of an untouched bowl, it's rarely because the dog is simply being picky. A dog that won't eat is telling you something - it...
How much does a 2-year-old dog sleep?
A 2-year-old dog usually sleeps between 12 and 14 hours a day. By this point, most dogs have finished the wildly growing puppy and adolescent phase and have entered adulthood,...
Which cat should I choose?
The most important thing when deciding which cat to choose is not the breed, but how well the cat's temperament, activity level and care needs fit with your everyday life....
How big will my dog get?
The most accurate answer to how big your dog will get lies in its breed and its parents. If you know both, you can usually get fairly close to the...
How many dogs are there in the world?
There are an estimated 700 to 900 million dogs in the world. That is the figure most international surveys arrive at, and it covers both family dogs with a permanent...
Which dog food is best?
The best dog food does not exist as one specific product that suits all dogs. Which dog food is best depends on your dog's life stage, size, activity level and...
Why does my dog yawn when I pet it?
When your dog yawns just as you are petting it, it rarely has anything to do with tiredness. In dogs, yawning is one of the clearest examples of what behavioural...
How big is a wolf compared to a dog?
An adult European wolf typically weighs between 30 and 55 kg and stands around 60 to 90 cm at the shoulder, with a body length of a metre and a...
Why do dogs eat dirt?
Dogs eat dirt for several different reasons, and most of them are harmless. More often than not it comes down to curiosity, boredom or an enticing scent in the soil,...
When do cats lose their teeth?
Cats lose their teeth while they are still kittens. The actual teething process typically begins around 3-4 months of age and is usually finished by the time the kitten is...
When are dogs allowed on the beach?
Dogs are allowed on most Danish beaches all year round, but the rules for whether your dog must be on a leash change with the season. During the summer half...
What is the world's most dangerous dog?
There is no single clear-cut answer to what the world's most dangerous dog is, and that is the most important point to take on board first. When media outlets and...