Indoor cats – keep your feline happy
There are many circumstances in which keeping a cat indoors may be safer for a cat and therefore, arguably, better for the cat. Indoor cats are at lower risk for injuries associated [...]
Toileting – digging and kicking up after going to the toilet
If your dog likes to kick up a bit of dirt after he/she goes to the toilet, it is completely normal. There are several philosophies as to why dogs carry out this [...]
Stress in your bird
Birds get stressed too! Stress can be defined as the physiological response of a bird to a situation that causes it strain or tension, such as overcrowding, too high or too low [...]
Crate training for puppies
How can crating or confinement become a positive experience? Most dogs quickly choose a small area, such as a corner of a room, in a dog bed, or on or under [...]
Socialisation – Impressionable Puppies
A brief experience for your pup between the ages of 6 and 16 weeks can have a significant influence on future adult behaviour. For this reason early socialisation is a must for [...]
Why do cats have whiskers?
Whiskers (also called vibrissae) are a vital part of your cat’s mobility and sense of security. Without whiskers, cats would not be able to achieve such great acrobatic feats or protect themselves [...]