FAQ

The 3-3-3 rule refers to a general timeline for newly adopted shelter dogs to adapt: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn routines, and 3 months to feel at home.

A dog that is bonded to you may bring you toys as a sign of affection, trust, and desire for interaction, reflecting social bonding and emotional connection.

The 3-3-3 rule for dogs outlines the typical adjustment period for a newly adopted dog: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to learn the routine, and 3 months to feel at home.

Dogs that bring you toys, seek your attention for comfort, show excitement upon your return, and share prized possessions see you as a parental figure.

Cobbing in dogs refers to a gentle nibbling behavior using their front teeth, often as a sign of affection, play, or bonding with their human companions.

When a dog greets you with a toy, it's often expressing excitement, affection, or seeking attention and play, rooted in social bonding and instinctual behavior.

Your dog brings you a toy but doesn’t let you take it because it may be initiating a game of keep-away, showing off, or seeking attention and engagement.

Dogs bring you toys as invitations to play, signs of affection, or ways to seek attention and comfort. This behavior is rooted in instinct, learned habits, and their desire to bond with you.

Male cats may stop spraying after being neutered, but some continue the behavior, especially if neutered after sexual maturity or due to stress-related factors.

The 3-3-3 rule for cats refers to the general timeline of adjustment when a cat moves into a new home: 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to start to learn routines, and 3 months to feel fully comfortable.