Animal training

When faced with their dog suffering from separation anxiety, many people resort to adopting a new puppy to keep the other dog company in order to rectify the problem. Perhaps this was the reason why you adopted a puppy. What many people don't expect is for the adult dog to reject the new member of the...

Cats have a solitary nature and, if they are unaccustomed to human contact, they can be very distrustful. If you've recently adopted a cat from a shelter, or if you have found a feral kitten or adult cat that you want to make part of the family, you may have to tame them. Taming a feral cat can be a long...

Dog agility is fun and fulfilling sport suitable for all dogs older than 18 months old. In dog agility, the guide - that is, the owner - leads the dog through a pre-set course while overcoming various obstacles in a certain order and set time. At the end, the judges decide who is the winning dog based...

The ancestors of the American Akita were bred to hunt bears, and sadly they were also used in dog fighting. Over the decades, they developed stamina and a sturdy bone structure. However, American Akita dogs are also faithful, loyal and protective of their human family. If you commit to training your...

Educating or training a dog can be different depending on the breed; some have a tendency to pay attention, others to get distracted. However, regardless of how long it takes for them to learn, all dogs must be trained following the same principles, which will allow them to interact with others and stay...

Does your dog jump on people? Sometimes our pet can become overexcited and show a total lack of control by pouncing on us to welcome us: although we may like this situation or find it funny, it is important to stop them from doing it. It is one thing to have our dog jump on us, but another to have them jump...

Many people scour the web for ways to solve problems that arise when training their pets, and this is where positive reinforcement comes into play. This is a fantastic method that aids the dog's learning process. After all, you can't train dogs only when they are puppies; rather, you should continue to...

Have you ever stopped to think about how your dog feels when you leave? Some dogs take it easy, but others bark non-stop or cry for hours. This kind of attitude when left alone is known as separation anxiety. All kinds of dogs can suffer separation anxiety regardless of age or breed, although a difficult...

Games and social interaction are essential for the welfare and happiness of dogs; motivating your dog to play should be one of your top daily priorities. Playing with your dog is good for their health, and it is also a great way to improve your relationship. In this AnimalWised article we will offer...

Although at first sight it may seem that dog sports are activities in which only dogs participate, in fact they require great involvement from the owner. All dog sports require the dog to be trained to perform a specific activity, and in many of them the human owner must participate actively. Are you...

If you're starting to litter train your cat or you want to practice commands and tricks with them, it is very important that you understand one thing: you will not achieve anything through bad words or telling your cat off - let alone abuse. Cats are very special animals; as you know, cats do not base...

The English Bull Terrier is a very sweet and special dog with a unique appearance. If you're considering adopting a dog from this wonderful breed, you should first do your best to learn how to care for them correctly. This way, your future Bull Terrier will become a friendly, stable and happy adult...

There are many people who do not notice that their cat is getting fat until it is too late and the animal is already suffering from serious obesity. We know that chubby cats are very sweet, but the reality is that if you want your cat to be long-lived and healthy you must apply yourself to help them...

Dog training sessions are a pleasure for dogs, especially if we work with positive reinforcement. But sometimes, depending on the techniques used or some other factors, some problems may emerge. Ideally we should work these small details so to improve our communication with the dog, get to know it better...

Overweight dogs may seem funny, but the truth is that obesity has very serious consequences for our best friend's health and lifespan, and so is something we should remedy as soon as possible with effective treatment. If you do not know what to do to help an obese dog, you should know that moderate physical...

Lovebirds (Agapornis) are very popular pets that are native of Africa. Many people decide to adopt a lovebird, whether for their vivid colors or for their happy and playful personality. As their name suggests, lovebirds are very sociable and loving birds who famously enjoy being surrounded by members...

There is nothing better than sharing daily activities with your dog to strengthen your bond. For that reason today at AnimalWised we'll talk about cani cross or canicross training, a sport that involves running with your dog attached through the use of a harness for the animal, a belt for you and a shock-absorbing...

Dogs are active animals that need two to three walks a day, but do you know why? In this AnimalWised article we will explain why it is so important to take your dog out for walks, and why letting it out to the garden is no substitute for a walk, and many other aspects about dogs, their needs and their behavior...

The Labrador Retriever is one of the most popular pets around, and we know this because of the large number of dogs that have been registered. Not only is it a kind and loving dog, but it is also highly intelligent and an extraordinary working dog. In fact, Labrador Retrievers are often included in operating...

During pregnancy, we start asking ourselves all kinds of questions; if we have a dog, those questions will concern our future life with our pet. The fact is that we can't possibly know how our pet will react to the arrival of a baby, and how it will act if we can't spend as much time with it as we did...

We usually think that dogs, being naturally sociable animals, are always going to get along well with other animals. For this very reason, many families decide to welcome another dog into the household. Just like people, however, dogs can not get along with one another. When this happens, dogs living together...

Many people love Yorkshire Terriers but prefer to have another breed, as it's often said that Yorkies are very loud dogs who bark all day long. While it's true that Yorkshire Terriers are excitable dogs with a tendency to express their emotions by barking, it doesn't mean that their image is accurate. Yorkshire...

Unfortunately, there are too many cases of animal abuse. This has long-term consequences for the animal, even when it is rescued in time. Mistreated dogs are usually abandoned or removed from their so-called carers after someone makes an official complaint. Even more like other pets, these dogs need to find...

Choosing the right muzzle for your dog is vital if you want your pet to adapt to it well and to feel predisposed to wearing it without suffering from any stress or anxiety. It is very important to choose the right one, especially if your dog has to wear one by law. Make sure you're familiar with the legislation...

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...

A hand-fed parakeet is raised by humans using porridge instead of its mother; this is why it can also be called a "hand-reared parakeet". This curious upbringing makes these parakeets complete pets, since they can even become affectionate and allow their carers to handle them easily, unlike other parakeets;...

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...

Many people like to have domestic rats as pets. Normally, these animals display the same gentle and affectionate behavior towards people as does any other pet; after all, rats are very intelligent animals. However, sometimes pets bite, no matter the species. There are different types of bites that...

Cats are very active animals that need daily exercise. It is a good idea to find toys for cats because they will stimulate their mind while at the same time making them physically active - and they are fun! Just remember that, although the cat can play on its own at home when you're not there, it is...

When a dog starts to enter old age they go through a series of physiological changes, becoming slower and less active as a result of the deterioration of their tissues and nervous system. However, all these typical features of old age should not going to stop you from playing together. Here at AnimalWised we...

If you are thinking about adopting more than one dog, or about becoming a professional dog walker, you are probably wondering how you will manage to walk them all at once. It is very important to know how to get organized and have all the essentials at hand to be able to offer the best care and attention...

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...

Until your dog has learnt how to wear a collar and lead, these instruments will only be uncomfortable and limiting for it. Once your dog learns how to use them, the collar and lead will become security measures. They will never be tools of punishment, and you shouldn't use them to "correct" bad behavior. This...

If you've got a parrot, you'll know that each one has a unique personality. Some species are more likely to talk than others, but it can also be influenced by the parrot's age and past. The African grey parrot or Amazonian species such as the Blue-fronted Amazon are very good talkers. Don't worry, though;...

The best way to train your puppy or adult dog to not get the house dirty is through crate training. However, bearing in mind that you can't keep an eye on your dog all the time, perhaps the best option is a combination of crate training and paper training. It is important that you spend lots of quality...

Attack dogs, as their name suggests, are dogs trained to attack humans. Although these dogs are currently associated with police work, this wasn't always their function. In many history books you can find examples of dogs used by armies to break enemy front lines or to capture and kill fugitive slaves,...

Even though schnauzer dogs are excellent companions in pretty much all respects, it's true that they can occasionally become somewhat destructive. If has happened to you too, pay attention to our tips below to know what to do the next time it happens. We will give a general overview of the best care for schnauzer...

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...

Operant conditioning in dogs is a type of learning and developing of new behaviors that doesn't use the the association between stimuli and reflex behaviors that can be seen in classical conditioning. The principles of operant conditioning were developed from 1938 onward by B. F. Skinner, who was influenced...

We're sure you love your cat a lot, but do you sometimes want to murder it - figuratively speaking, of course - when you find out it has scratched your new sofa? It's not exactly your cat's fault, and it's not doing it out of spite: it is just following its feline instincts. There are reasons for this behavior...