Sports for animals
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Dogs are active and curious animals. It's no wonder many love to swim! However, teaching a dog to swim isn't as easy as letting them figure it out. Each dog is different and will need some guidance and reassurance from their caregivers.
In this AnimalWised article, we're going to explain how to teach...
When walking along the beach or hanging by the swimming pool, many will have seen how excited a dog will get around water. They appear to know how to swim naturally without us having to train them to do so. Canine affinity with water is so strong, we have named a style of swimming after dogs known as the...
Beagles are a scent hound breed, whose not-too-distant ancestors hunted in packs over long distances. They are therefore very energetic dogs, although they are also very loving and sociable. Beagles need to burn off lots of energy and practice tracking, as it is part of their nature.
It is your responsibility...
Does your dog have a lot of energy? Many owners conceive this to be a negative trait, since a dog with lots of energy needs ways to channel it; otherwise, it may lead to unbalanced behavior. However, excess energy by itself is not negative. An hyperactive dog simply has certain requirements that the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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