Animal care

Cats are incredible pets. They are funny, independent and very clean. Everyone knows that cats usually do their business inside a litter box. In fact, this factor is one of the main reasons why many people choose to adopt a cat, since they don't need to go out on the street as often as dogs. Many of...

You've probably heard of the term environmental enrichment on some occasions, but you are not entirely clear what it means or how it can benefit your cat. Although many cats are lucky enough to be welcomed in a comfortable house, the innate curiosity of cats can lead to boredom and character changes as time...

With all the fur our four legged companions can have, especially long haired breeds like the Afghan Hound, it can be easy to forget dogs have skin at all. Like our own heads of hair, it is the skin underneath which affects the quality of hair as much as our hair itself. Most dogs have fur all over their...

A cat's delivery is a moment of joy and excitement, because soon a few playful animals will come to the world and probably become great pets, always considering that labor has been sought, and not because of an accident. In order to avoid unwanted births, you should sterilize your cat. In any case, although...

Cats are especially clean animals. If we spent all day licking our extremities, we might not end up being the cleanest creatures on the planet. For cats, however, the opposite is true. Unfortunately, while performing these ablutions, they also end up ingesting a fair amount of fur. This can lead to nasty...

The ability of rabbits to go into a trance state seems like an odd quirk of nature. This must be the reason behind many of the Youtube videos of pet owners putting their bunnies into this odd state. Lying on their back, the bunnies will seem as if they are unconscious, not moving their limbs even if they...

Despite the great amount of coexistence between humans and cats, we are still surprised by aspects of their behavior. Therefore, in this AnimalWised article we will pay attention to how to recognize and calm a hyperactive cat. We will first define the behavior we are going to refer to, then explain what guidelines...

With a few exceptions, cats will shed a certain amount of hair all the time. We notice it when we fish the remote from the back of the couch and return a werewolf hand covered in loose fur. We hear it when our cat starts hacking up one of those unpleasant fur balls onto the kitchen floor. However, sometimes...

It's not always easy to find effective commercial products to detangle your dog's coat. They may be too cheaply made, unsuitable for your dog's fur type or simply not available at your local pet store. Also, different pedigree and mongrel dogs may need special treatment to make sure their fur is taken care...

Due to the precocity of sexual maturity in guinea pigs, as well as the relative difficulty in determining their sex, it is not uncommon to adopt pregnant guinea pigs without being aware of it. That's why in this AnimalWised article, we're going to show you not only how to take care of a pregnant guinea pig,...

Caring for our cats is not usually a chore. While we may have to provide them with food and shelter, the responsibilities we need to meet in terms of socialization and engagement are as fun for us as they are necessary for our pets. If we decide to breed our cats for kittens, then this responsibility...

Any responsible pet owner needs to be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of possible pregnancy in their dog. It is vital so you can be prepared to meet your own responsibility as a dog owner as well as help the dog with their responsbility as a mother. This will involve providing the essentials...

In an ideal world, we would be able to spend all day with our dogs. Even if we still had to go to work, being able to pat our furry pals during boring meetings would make often stressful days that much easier. Unfortunately, we all need to survive somehow and that means for the most of us, we need to go...

In recent decades hamsters have become an increasingly popular pet, as much loved by adults as by children. This is in part due to their easy adaptation to environments, relatively simple care needs and, of course, the fact that they are adorable. Their care needs include maintaining a clean cage, providing...

There are often many doubts over how to bathe your cat. The first one is over whether it should be done at all. Caregivers know that many cats don't like water (although this is by no means an exclusive group), but they also know that cats need to be clean. Cats generally don't need to be bathed as they...

Fever in cats is a symptom of a wide range of diseases and health issues. Even a mild fever can be a symptom of a life-threatening pathology, so it is very important we observe our cats for any changes in our feline. Fever is raised body temperature as a result of the body's immune response. It is important...

Taking care of your dog's teeth is as important as giving them their vaccines and being attentive to their health, for that reason on AnimalWised you will be able to find articles on the importance of canine dental hygiene. There are many methods to perform proper cleaning of your dog's teeth, and among them...

Dog’s eyes are a extremely delicate and sensitive. If your dog’s eyes look: dirty, present eye discharge or ulcers, appear itchy, you need to make sure that you address the situation. Taking care and cleaning out a dog’s eye boogers can be a tricky process, and therefore needs to be done with extreme...

A dog’s pads perform similar functions as the soles of its feet: providing protection to the legs and cushioning the body during movements. The skin of this region is thicker and more resistant than the skin of the body. This aids to withstand impact and erosion caused by direct contact to the ground....

We will need to know how to make a puppy poop if they have been separated from their mother too early. Newborn puppies are altricial animals, meaning they cannot look after themselves and need a parent to support them. Their mother will take care of all their needs, from feeding and general security,...

Hamsters are an all time favorite rodent to have as a pet. If you have chosen to adopt a couple of hamsters, it is possible that your female might become pregnant. In this case, it will be essential to offer her the optimal conditions she needs for the development of her pregnancy and the growth of her...

With good weather comes the arrival of high temperatures. Naturally, all animal caregivers worry about keeping their animal well away from the dangers of heat. This safety is important in maintaining your animal’s well-being and preventing it from suffering potentially fatal heat stroke. If you are wondering...

Do you think your cat is in her period of heat? It is important that you know how to recognize when your animal is in heat so that you can understand its attitude and take care of it with the appropriate attention. It is important to know that even though it is only a female that goes into heat, this period will...

Blood tests are very necessary tests carried out, specifically a dog falls ill or is growing old. These tests are very common as they allow people to obtain a lot of information in a short time and in a relatively inexpensive way. In this AnimalWised article we will cover the most important parameters...

Have you every wondered whether a dog’s hair can turn gray? When dogs grow older, you may notice that their coats start to change color. This however is not always because of age. There are many reasons despite age that a dog’s hair can turn gray. This reasons can range from diet to anxiety or stress....

A guppy fish, also known as a millionfish or rainbow fish (Poecilia reticulata), is a species native to South America. Nowadays, however, you can find guppies all around the world. The reason for their popularity among aquarist fans is that they are very easy to care for. They are known to be able to...

Before adopting a cat, or any other animal, it is very important to take into account all the responsibilities that this adoption entails. In particular, where to leave your cat when you go on vacation is an issue that cannot be overlooked. We are aware that feline health can be adversely affected when...

With the arrival of high temperatures this summer, our animals can easily suffer from too much heat. Therefore, we must be incredibly attentive to the well-being of our animals to avoid problems such as a overheating and fevers. Such temperature related problems can can lead to heat stroke in our dogs,...

For canine caregivers who look have female dogs in their family, prohibiting pregnancy is an understandable concern. The time and resources rearing puppies consumes makes it something which is inadvisable for a guardian's savings, mental health and, of course, the dog's general well-being. Some have...

Blindness in cats can be either loss of partial or total vision. Either way, for a creature renowned for their visual acuity, it can be a great hindrance to their practical requirements. However, this doesn't mean they can't have a happy and fulfilled life. All it means is they need a little different consideration...

The delivery process of a cat is a phase which can cause great agitation to feline caregivers. It is a process which occurs mostly internally for the cat. With the inability for cats to communicate verbally, it may be difficult for us to know how well the labor is going. This inadequate communication...

One of the main behavioral problems often mentioned by dog caregivers has to do with the hyperactivity of the dog. This high energy level can make a dog appear; restless, nervous and/or anxious, thus making coexistence in the household or with other people, difficult. A loud and hyperactive dog is, in...

The history of cat breeding is a rich and fascinating one. While different cats are bred to emphasize certain features, many of the initial cats from which the breeds originate seem to appear by magic. After kittens in a litter are born, we sometimes see one of them with certain distinctive and unique...

The signs a rabbit is dying are not always obvious. It is important we know what to look out for, especially if we have a rabbit in their old age. Most of us will outlive our rabbits, but looking out for signs of illness or the last stages of life are important to ensure we either provide treatment or...

When we see our cat in pain, we want to do everything we can to stop it. Some human drugs are prescription based, usually due to their availability and potential to cause harm. Others are over the counter as they are used more commonly and are not at a strength level conducive to addiction. Ibuprofen is an...

Reasons why your dog needs a shot generally fall into two categories, preventive medicine and curative care. The former includes vaccinations which are usually administered to puppies, although a booster shot may be required later on. Curative medicine injections are used to treat a condition or a disease....

If you share your home with one or more cats, you will know how they like to be cosy. While they may have a natural fur coat to keep them warm, this is not always sufficient in the winter months. If you have a hairless cat, then staying warm is an even greater concern. Even if they will still need to find...

Deworming is an essential part of maintaining our dog's well-being. There are some who see it as a waste of time and expense. Doing so is to trivialize the many serious health problems which your dog can contract through parasitical infestation. Many of these remain asymptomatic as the disease takes...

If we say that a dog is in heat, many of us know that it has something to do with their sexual maturity. If we have dogs of our own, then we may associate it with problematic behavior they exhibit during this time. However, many people apply the term ‘a dog in heat’ to male dogs also. But does the same...

The Doberman Pinscher is a very recognizable dog breed, known in particular for their short black and tan coat. Although the coat can also present in red and tan, a white Doberman Pinscher is not something many of us have come across. If we do find a white Doberman it is due to albinism, a condition due to...

Both male and female dogs have nipples located on breast tissue. Just as in humans, they are anatomical features of both sexes, but there are not functional in both. Both male and female dogs develop nipples during their embryonic period, before sex has been determined. After this, males maintain their...

Animal shelters provide care and temporary housing for abandoned, stray, and surrendered animals. Effective management and cost optimization are vital for their sustainability, considering their reliance on limited resources and the increasing demand for their services. From my experience, shelters play...

Dogs are, without a doubt, the best and most loyal friends any person could have. Our dogs are always ready to accompany us in all our adventures and misadventures. Dogs are caring, love, loyal and more. However, there are some things humans do that dogs hate. This is either because it causes them discomfort...

When living with a cat it, is extremely important that a caregiver learns about a cat’s estrus phase. This is predominantly because a cat in heat presents specific characteristics that can affect the way in which they act and behave. Cats in heat can become jealous, aggressive and/or stressed. Therefore,...

The bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) is a type of lizard that has gained popularity as a pet in recent years. Nowadays, bearded dragons are among the most well-known species in the pogona genus. Their small size, docile nature, and high sociability make them great pets for beginners. Taking good care...

A dog's pregnancy is a sensitive period, providing for both her own changing needs and those of her gestating puppies. Diet and nutrition is of particular importance. Without the correct nutrients, a pregnant dog can lose her puppies and even put her own life in danger. A balanced and nutrient-rich diet...

The death of a pet is hard to deal with on many levels. There are practical and emotional responses which can make the process difficult if you are not prepared. While we can only prepare ourselves so much when a bunny dies, it is important to know that this is part of a rabbit's natural life cycle....

There is a reason for the term ‘breeding like rabbits’. Their reputation for prolific reproduction is not unfounded. They mature sexually early compared to some other mammals, they are receptive to mating for long periods and their mating act itself is relatively quick. For some countries, this has become...

When we see a cat, the first thing we want to do is pet them. They are adorable creatures with a soft coat, not to mention the fact that petting cats has been known to reduce stress in humans. It may be surprising to know that even cat guardians don't always know how to pet a cat properly. The result can...

We have already spoken about how to tell if your dog is dying. Unfortunately, even with early detection, our dog may not be able to respond positively to treatment. If this is the case for you and your dog, then the next step is not going to be easy. If you have received the bad news that your dog is...