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How To Socialize A Kitten: Key Tips + Socialization Chart
. Kaelee Nelson, Professional Dog Trainer & Animal Behavioralist.Reviewed by Dr. Ricky Walther, DVM All young cats require early socialization in order to become friendly and confident companions. Kitten socialization facilitates learning by teaching young cats how to safely interact with humans, objects, and other animals so they can feel safe in their own...
Separation anxiety: how to manage your pet’s mental health as post-lockdown routines resume
Animal experts say managing pets’ mental health would be an ‘ongoing issue’ as we return to work and socializing. When Melburnian Anni O’Donnell used to arrive home from work, her sausage dog, Ziggy, would be excited to see her. Since lockdown, though, “he cries and wiggles his body for a good...
Walking a dog is better at combating stress than strolling alone
Walking a dog is better at combating stress than strolling alone because it cuts down the release of chemicals known to trigger depression and anxiety, study shows Walking the dog is better at combating stress than strolling alone, a study shows. Researchers found sharing the outdoors with a pet cuts...
Is your dog getting enough sleep?
Joanne Hinds, Dog Trainer and Behaviorist In my job I go into a number of peoples homes where dogs are not getting enough sleep or even rest, they maybe getting sleep in the night but in the day they get none or worse they are restless at night too. Over tiredness...