Basic animal education

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...

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;...

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...

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...

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...

Teaching your dog to come to you when you call it is one of the most important exercises for their training and safety, so it is worth devoting time to this fundamental obedience command. You may use a word to call your dog, or its own name, but it probably doesn't work all of the time. Your best option...

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...

It is very common for dogs to run away when we let them off the lead, open the door or when we go to put the lead back on it in the park. This has been a problem for many owners, especially those of young and inexperienced dogs. A walk is a special moment for a dog, in which it wants to enjoy itself as...

When welcoming a new cat into your home, you need to be fully aware that this cat will most likely be undomesticated. This means there are behavioral traits which they will need to develop in order for them to coexist happily and healthily in the home. Generally, using a litter box isn't so much a learning process...

Using the muzzle is mandatory for breeds considered potentially dangerous by law which often leads to members of the public thinking the worst of a dog wearing one. However, there are many instances where you might want to muzzle your dog regardless if they are aggressive (actually, the appropriate word...

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;...

Through active training you can effectively teach your pet not to urinate at home. It's a great way to train your dog to go to the "bathroom", which will be hugely helpful for your puppy's education. Active training is also known as positive reinforcement, and basically consists of rewarding the dog's...

In addition to the classic dog obedience exercises, your dog should learn other orders that are useful in everyday life. One of them should tell your dog to stay still on command, regardless of the circumstances. This will be very practical and can help you in many possible scenarios. This AnimalWised...

When dogs are still puppies they can't go outside until their vaccination schedule is complete, meaning they're not fully protected from all diseases. This is when paper training comes in handy, since it consists of teaching your dog to relieve itself in a particular place. Paper training isn't the...

Dogs are animals with an amazing ability to learn a wide range of orders in order to please us (and to get some treats in the process). One of the best things for your dog to learn is to walk beside you, which is very useful and beneficial if you want to let them off the lead sometimes without running...

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...

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...

Although we may be unable to speak the same language, this does not prevent dogs from actively communicating with us. This can be done through their bodies, ear positions or barks, as well as other more subtle indicatons. Although we don't share the same vocabulary, it's possible to decipher various moods...

Puppies are tender, sweet and curious animals. They're at a very important stage of their life where they need to learn how to behave within the family home. The sooner you begin to influence their behavior, the sooner you'll get to bond with this beautiful and kind animal. Of the many things they need...

It's definitely best to start training your dog when they are still a puppy. Stimulating their intelligence and skills will help you further down the line when they are an adult, since your dog will be well behaved and obedient for many years. You can start teaching your dog to be obedient when they...

During your cat's lifetime, it's quite likely that at some point it will be essential to move by car many times for journeys, visits to the vet, leaving your pet with a friend for a few days, etc. It is true that cats do not enjoy leaving their habitat and tend to get stressed, making a trip a horrible...

Teaching a canary to sing correctly is a task that requires dedication and a passion for birds. Canaries are very sweet, cheerful and active animals you'll enjoy waking up to every morning - if you can keep birds, this is a perfect choice! We at AnimalWised want to help you make the most of your relationship...

Training is not only about the dog, we must learn to communicate with our pet so that they understand what we expect from them at all times. Sometimes - especially when a disagreement occurs after certain misdeeds - many owners pass the limits or behave in an inappropriate manner. At AnimalWised we explain what...

One of the major headaches of new dog owners is house training the puppy. No one wants to come across 'surprises' at home, but when your dog is still very small and cannot control itself, this is perfectly normal. However, do not worry. At AnimalWised we have some amazing puppy house training tips to...

Cats love to meow all the time. At the end of the day, it is their way of getting attention or communicating with us or the environment around them. Most of us laugh and think it's funny, but... what if your cat starts to meow all night long? Of course, that's not so funny or fun anymore. How can you...

Unsure of the five freedoms of animal welfare? Before you start working with a dog thinking that it has behavioral problems, you should ask yourself if its 5 freedoms are taken care of. Fulfilling this basic requirement enables you to measure the level of welfare in our animal and certify that, although...

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...

Training a dog means more than just teaching it a few tricks that make us laugh, education stimulates the dog's brain and facilitates coexistence and their behavior in public. It is important to have patience and to start working on this project as soon as possible as it will strengthen your bond and improve...