Animal training
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![Why is my Dog Scared of Other Dogs? Tips to Deal with a Dog's Fear](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/1/5/why_is_my_dog_scared_of_other_dogs_tips_to_deal_with_a_dog_s_fear_516_300_150.jpg)
Is your dog scared of other dogs? When it sees other dogs, do its ears go down? Does its tail go between its legs? Does it cower and want to run away, or growl at the other dog to try and intimidate it?
Fear is a necessary and vital emotion: It allows animals to react in the face of danger, but if fear...
![The 5 Toys Cats Love the Most](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/0/6/the_5_toys_cats_love_the_most_609_300_150.jpg)
Cats, like children, do not need fuss and complication to be entertained. They will have fun with anything that sparks curiosity, anything that moves or, quite simply, anything that you put in front of them. Cats are more creative than they seem!
Sometimes you may try to mollycoddle your cat by buying...
![Is it Bad to Tell Dogs Off?](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/2/6/2/is_it_bad_to_tell_dogs_off_262_300_150.jpg)
Does your dog misbehave? Do you not know what to do when it doesn't pay attention to you or breaks something?
All these situations are more common than you think, and many people go through the same during their dog's training process. Even though dogs are not always well behaved, telling a dog off...
![10 Signs that your Dog is Stressed](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/6/2/10_signs_that_your_dog_is_stressed_264_300_150.jpg)
There are some very clear signs that can tell you that your dog is suffering from stress. Do you know how to spot them?
If you think your best friend might be suffering from stress and anxiety, we suggest that you keep reading this AnimalWised article. We'll go over the 10 signs that your dog is stressed...
![Tips to Train an American Bully](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/3/3/tips_to_train_an_american_bully_331_300_150.jpg)
The American Bully is an impressive dog that adapts very well to family life. Before adopting one, you must also be aware that they are very active dogs. Therefore, you should consider whether you have time to provide the exercise they require.
If you have recently adopted this dog, you'll know that...
![Tips to Stop your Dog Biting the Furniture](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/5/5/2/tips_to_stop_your_dog_biting_the_furniture_255_300_150.jpg)
It is one of the most common canine behavioral problems, especially in the case of puppies - although it does happen in adult dogs too. Maybe you don't mind when your dog bites an old shoe or a rag, but what about when it's obsessed with your PlayStation controller or a nice bag or accessory? You might...
![Stop your Roborovski Hamster from Biting you](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/4/4/stop_your_roborovski_hamster_from_biting_you_446_300_150.jpg)
When we talk about Roborovski hamsters, we all think of their tiny size and cute appearance. Many people adopt this little rodent without being well informed, taking it home without having done any research.
For this reason, it is not surprising that many people receive a small bite if they are not well...
![How to Train your Dog: 5 Tips](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/6/0/how_to_train_your_dog_5_tips_67_300_150.jpg)
Dog training is more than just a learning process for your pet. Rather, it's the practice or phase which allows both of you to strengthen your mutual bond. You will get to know your pet and interact with it, and the other way around. Training your dog properly will also allow you to give clearer orders;...
![How to Make a Dog Ethogram](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/1/1/how_to_make_a_dog_ethogram_111_300_150.jpg)
Before you start training your dog, you should know that experts strongly advise to make a canine ethogram to know their innate behavior and any conducts learnt up to that point.
An ethogram is simply a behavioral study that you can carry out yourself over an established time period. To do this, it's...
![Why Do Cats Paw at Water?](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/6/1/1/why_do_cats_paw_at_water_116_300_150.jpg)
The reasons why cats paw at their water before drinking are mostly related to their natural instincts. Despite millennia of domestication, cats maintain many of the instincts of their wild counterparts. This includes how they interpret their environment and providing themselves with feelings of security....
![Classical Conditioning in Dogs](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/2/1/classical_conditioning_in_dogs_127_300_150.jpg)
Classical conditioning, also known as respondent conditioning, is a concept that was developed by the Russian physiologist Ivan Pavlov while studying digestive processes in dogs. It's a simple and dynamic form of learning, carried out by an intense scientific investigation.
This AnimalWised article...
![Canine Ethology](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/4/7/1/canine_ethology_174_300_150.jpg)
Canine ethology is the branch of behavioral biology that studies the natural behavior of dogs, focusing mainly on instinctive attitudes and actions. An ethologist is a qualified veterinary professional who has expert knowledge of dog behavior, communication and requirements.
It is highly recommended...
![How Does a Kong for Dogs Work?](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/5/0/how_does_a_kong_for_dogs_work_51_300_150.jpg)
You'll find a wide range of toys and accessories in specialist pet product shops, among which you will find the Kong - a very special dog product that every owner should know about.
It can be used by both adult dogs and puppies, and is a really useful tool for dogs with special needs.
Do you want to know...
![Dog Intelligence Games at Home](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/9/1/dog_intelligence_games_at_home_191_300_150.jpg)
Certain dog breeds such as Border Collies or German Shepherds need mental stimulation to be happily relaxed. In fact, many problems such as anxiety and stress can be solved with the use of intelligence toys.
Any dog can benefit from this type of game because it stimulates them mentally and is also...
![Using the Kong to treat separation anxiety](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/5/0/using_the_kong_to_treat_separation_anxiety_57_300_150.jpg)
Many dogs suffer from separation anxiety when their owners leave them home alone. Such anxiety can cause dogs to bark endlessly, urinate and even wreck the entire home.
This AnimalWised article talks about using the Kong for separation anxiety.
However, remember that you should go to an ethologist...
![Common Mistakes When Scolding a Dog](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/0/2/common_mistakes_when_scolding_a_dog_209_300_150.jpg)
Scolding a dog refers to the act of reprimanding or chastising a dog for inappropriate behavior. It is a form of verbal correction used by dog owners or trainers to discourage behaviors that are considered undesirable or unacceptable. Scolding typically involves using a firm tone of voice and specific...
![Signs of Jealousy in Dogs](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/1/2/signs_of_jealousy_in_dogs_217_300_150.jpg)
Jealousy in dogs is not necessarily an emotion of which dogs are capable. Humanizing a dog is dangerous as it can lead to improper care, even if a guardian is well intentioned. By ascribing human emotions like jealousy, we may mask the true underlying problem and fail to address it. With this context,...
![The Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/9/9/1/the_five_freedoms_of_animal_welfare_199_300_150.jpg)
Humans have rights according to international human rights law (IHRL), even if they are upheld differently depending on where you live. These rights grant us some basic protections from harm and are useful when making policy decisions on how we are treated. You may not be aware that animals have similar...
![5 Things You Do Wrong when You Walk Your Dog](https://t1.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/7/2/2/5_things_you_do_wrong_when_you_walk_your_dog_227_300_150.jpg)
Walking a dog does not just mean taking them down the street and letting them do their business. There is much more to it than that. The walk should be a relaxing time for your animal, by always doing what is best for your dog.
This article will explain 5 things you do wrong when you walk your dog, so...
![Why Has my Dog's Personality Changed?](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/1/5/2/why_has_my_dog_s_personality_changed_251_300_150.jpg)
You will see a dog personality change due to alterations in their behavior. These changes can be brought on by physiological, psychological or environmental factors, but even the passage of time will affect our dog's personality to varying degrees. While we may be concerned if our dog's personality...
![Basic Dog Training Commands](https://t2.ea.ltmcdn.com/en/posts/0/5/2/basic_dog_training_commands_250_300_150.jpg)
Basic dog training commands are the orders which guardians use to ensure that canines and humans can coexist within the family. Some people think that dog training is about teaching our dog tricks, but this is secondary education for dogs. Primary education requires training which will help to establish...