Facts about the animal kingdom of Pets
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Does the name Hachiko sound familiar to you?
Hachiko was a loyal Japanese dog that waited at a train station for 10 years for the arrival of its owner, who had died while working as a teacher. This dog's faithfulness went on to achieve worldwide fame, and it has a statue at the same station where it...
Treating a dog like a human is a common trait among canine guardians. To some extent, it is a positive sign. It means the level of love and respect they have for their companion animals is high. They want to treat them as if they were part of the family and express just how close a bond they feel when...
When it comes to choosing a pet, remember you're making a commitment to look after an animal for its whole life. If you live up to your responsibility, hopefully this life will be long and fulfilling. In general, small animals have a short life expectancy due to their increased metabolism, while bigger animals...
Sleeping with your dog can make you feel very special for a number of reasons; the closeness, the warmth or the shared affection of resting together. However, many people have serious doubts over how this may affect their health.
Whether you're doing it already or you want to do it, this AnimalWised...
If you have a Boxer dog or are thinking of adopting one, it's normal to be curious about their life expectancy. Although there are never guarantees, you will want to know what to expect for practical and emotional reasons. In this AnimalWised article, we'll provide details of the life expectancy of a Boxer dog...
Much like human beings or other animals, every domestic cat has a unique personality. This individual personality is shaped by various factors including their sex, hormonal factors, family or even the socialization process when they were a kitten. Breed is also an important influence. We all know that...
If you live with a cat, you'll have realized that they sleep way more than you do. In fact, you might have wished you were a cat in order to doze off all day long. It turns out that this behavior can be traced back to their evolutionary roots. It's true that cats tend to be dozy, but why does your cat...
The first time I saw a dog eating grass I was left wondering what on earth was wrong with the poor animal. Maybe they were ill? Hungry? Bored? Or did the poodle think they were a sheep? At the time I found it strange, but it turns out it's not such an uncommon behavior. While many first-time dog owners...
It's very important to know the life expectancy of an animal before adopting it, since you must be responsible for it throughout its whole life. If this isn't the case, what's the point in getting a pet in the first place?
Rodents, such as guinea pigs, are generally animals that can live for a very long...
Cats are reserved animals who hide their emotions much better than dogs, who tend to be more impulsive and expressive in their behavior. A cat’s elegant movements towards us can be very restrained and complex, therefore, you will need to carefully study your cat’s movements in order to understand him/her...
Welcome to AnimalWised. This article will show you a how to make a bed for your dog with a step by step guide, including drawings and pictures of the process in order to make this DIY project easier.
I've made my bed specifically for my dog Gus, who is big and needs an especially comfortable base since...
The American Pit Bull Terrier is a well established breed in America, although its origins are British. These dogs were used as fighting dogs until the prohibition of dogfights in 1976 and they are currently considered a potentially dangerous breed in some countries. This is in a large part due to their...
Your dog probably loves you much more than you think, and that's because it's in their nature and survival instinct to follow around those who provide them with food and affection. However, you might not be sure about your dog's affection if you haven't had them at home for long.
Dogs show us how much...
Finding out the age of your dog in human years is a complicated task, because different breeds of dogs are measured in different ways. Other factors such as illness, lifestyle and close breeding between family lines also have an impact on this variable - and in any case, there isn't a fool-proof formula.
This...
If you are reading this article, hopefully it is because you want to have awareness about some of the horrible practices bound up in dogfighting and not because you are interested in becoming involved yourself. Dogfighting is as inhumane as it is illegal and is run by an invisible community which profits...
Despite the common belief that cats are independent animals, those of you who have one will know that they're sweet animals that like to spend time with their carers.
If you're unsure as to whether or not sleeping with your cat is a good idea, this AnimalWised article will try to answer your questions...
When a cat lifts their tail when you pet them, it is usually a very positive sign. It implies the cat is receptive to the interaction and wants to receive affection. Moreover, lifting their butt when you pet them is a way for cats to provide their own affection. Cats communicate with both other cats and...
Increasing numbers of people are choosing to adopt animals from kennels or shelters rather than buying them in order to save them from being put down. Whilst pedigree dogs can sometimes be found there, it's true that it is more common to find cross-breed dogs that can't be identified.
It's quite easy...
If you love dogs as much as we do, you surely love learning all about them. Do you think you know everything there is to know about dogs? Think again!
Dogs are known for being lovable, fun and playful pets; their species has been our best friend for as long as humanity can remember. Is there everything...
If you've got a cat at home you'll probably know what we're talking about; cats are animals that love physical contact and interacting with those who they live with. Some regular behaviors include rubbing up against you, asking for affection, scratching, making sounds and kneading you. But have you...
It is a common misconception that one dog year is the equivalent to 7 human years. While this calculation seems to make sense if thought about momentarily, it doesn't have the scientific proof to back it up. There are other values which allow us to better define the physiological development of a dog,...
Losing your dog is a hard and painful situation, especially if you live in a country where putting down the animal is allowed. For this reason we recommend that you act quickly and decisively to prevent something bad happening to your pet.
At AnimalWised we want to help you find your beloved dog, which...
If you have decided to adopt a Shiba Inu dog, or if you are still thinking about it, you might want to know about the various possible Shiba Inu coat colors. This breed of Japanese origin has a very special character that you're sure to fall in love with.
AnimalWised will list the Shiba Inu's different...
If you own a rabbit you will probably have wondered once or twice if they actually sleep, because it seems like they're always awake. Regardless of the species or fur, they're adorable animals who have very interesting behavior.
Of course rabbits sleep, but they do so differently to other more popular pets....
Dogs are curious animals by nature and it is normal that sometimes this curiosity ends up getting them into trouble. They use their mouth to investigate anything that is put within their reach.
This may generate problems when they find something that is harmful for their health, especially if we have...
If you've made the decision to adopt a dog from a shelter, it's normal for you to wonder if you can rename them. Many people wonder if this is unhelpful to the dog. They may think they will stop responding to us and will even feel disorientated. At the same time, the dog may have been given a name which...
By now you've surely seen a video shared online of a load of cats afraid of cucumbers. This popular viral video shouldn't make us laugh as much as it does; remember that cats are easily startled, and what may be funny for us certainly isn't for them.
We at AnimalWised will explain this phenomenon to you...