Humane Perspectives

Practical insights on leadership, communication, customer service, grant writing, and the human side of working in animal welfare.

Why cats (big and small) love boxes: The hidden instincts behind your feline’s favorite spot

By Cathy Rosenthal / October 11, 2024

Dear Cathy,               I just adopted my first cat. I have bought scratching posts and toys, but he seems to […]

Catching flies is safe; catching insects not so much

By Cathy Rosenthal / October 11, 2024

Dear Cathy,               I have an eight-year-old, 35-pound mixed-breed dog who sits outside with me in the evening. One of […]

Canine submissive urination a tricky thing to fix

By Cathy Rosenthal / October 3, 2024

Dear Cathy,               We have had a five-month-old mini-Australian Shepherd since she was nine weeks old. She has had a […]

Butt-scooting, while embarrassing, is usually a sign of a health problem

By Cathy Rosenthal / June 24, 2024

Dear Cathy,               I’ve noticed my dog dragging his butt across the carpet and grass frequently. It’s quite embarrassing, […]

Submissive Peeing in Dogs: A Common Canine Quirk

By Cathy Rosenthal / June 13, 2024

Have you ever bent over a dog only to be met with an unexpected stream of urine? You’re not alone. […]

Tips for handling a barking dog (yours, not your neighbors)

By Cathy Rosenthal / May 24, 2024

Dealing with a barking dog can sometimes feel like conducting your very own canine choir – with unexpected solos and […]

Animal Behavior During the Eclipse

By Cathy Rosenthal / April 5, 2024

As the anticipation of the upcoming April 8th solar eclipse sweeps across communities, it not only captivates the human imagination […]

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