A scratched sofa, a fraying rug, a favourite armchair under attack… Living with a cat often means facing this challenge — especially if you value a well-kept, thoughtfully designed home. Yet scratching is not defiance or spite. It is a natural, physiological and emotional behaviour. The goal is not to stop your cat from scratching, but to provide an appropriate alternative — stable, attractive and placed where it truly makes sense. Here’s how to respect your cat’s instinct while protecting...

When an animal displays behaviour that bothers us — chewing, destruction, house soiling, or what we interpret as “disobedience” — the instinct may be to correct it. Raising our voice, isolating the animal, scolding… or reacting abruptly in the heat of the moment. These responses are often driven by frustration or concern. Yet behavioural science and learning theory are clear: punishment does not teach the desired behaviour. It may interrupt an action temporarily, but it does not build lasting...

Having a garden often makes people want to share nature’s freshness with their rabbit: freshly picked leaves, crunchy branches, plants straight from the garden.It feels instinctive and well intentioned. However, when it comes to rabbit nutrition, “natural” does not automatically mean “safe”. Rabbits have a very specific digestive system, perfectly adapted to a fibre-rich diet, but also extremely sensitive to imbalance. Plants that are harmless to humans – or even to other animals – can cause...

Cats hold a special place in European households. Discreet yet deeply attached companions, they appeal through both their independence and their ability to form strong bonds with humans. While most adoptions still involve non-pedigree cats, certain breeds clearly stand out for their popularity. These preferences vary from country to country and are shaped by lifestyle, housing conditions and cultural perceptions.

Stress, fatigue, joy, sadness… We all experience a wide range of emotions, sometimes intensely. And many animal guardians have had this striking feeling: “My animal can sense it.”A dog becoming more clingy during an emotional low, a cat withdrawing when the atmosphere feels tense, a horse reacting more nervously on stressful days — coincidence, or genuine emotional sensitivity?

A toy is one of the very first objects placed between a puppy’s paws — and, above all, between its teeth. It accompanies early discoveries, soothes teething discomfort, helps channel energy and contributes to emotional balance. Yet not all toys are created equal, and a poor choice can sometimes lead to frustration, boredom… or minor accidents.

We like to believe that our animals are happy. Because they eat well. Because they sometimes play. Because they curl up next to us. But animal well-being cannot be reduced to the absence of illness or a handful of “cute” behaviours. Dogs, cats, rabbits and horses: each species expresses comfort, discomfort or contentment in its own way — often subtly, sometimes in ways that are easy to misinterpret. Some signals we instinctively see as positive may in fact conceal stress, boredom or forced...

As temperatures drop, many pet owners ask the same question every winter: do animals feel the cold like we do? The answer is more nuanced than it seems. Not all animals experience cold in the same way, and it is not just about temperature. Humidity, wind, age, health and lifestyle all play a decisive role. Dogs, cats, horses living outdoors, rabbits that go outside… let’s take a closer look at when cold becomes a real issue, how to protect animals effectively, and how to recognise warning...

The domestic rabbit is still too often seen as a “cage animal”. Yet current knowledge in animal behaviour and exotic (NAC) veterinary medicine paints a very different picture: rabbits are intelligent, active and sensitive animals with high environmental needs. Providing a suitable living environment is essential for their physical health, emotional balance and longevity. Cage or enclosure? Full freedom or supervised roaming? What does a rabbit truly need, and what dangers should be...

Choosing your pet’s name is one of the very first gestures that seals the bond. Behind that choice, there is often more than a simple “I like it”: an emotion, a cultural reference, a desire for softness… and sometimes a little piece of ourselves. Dogs, cats, rabbits, horses: trends vary by species, and the style of name you choose says a lot about how you live the relationship with your companion. Let’s break it down with humour, seriousness, and a small “science” bonus at the end of the...