Articles tagged with 'Animal behaviour'
What causes dogs to bark excessively?
Barking is a normal behaviour in dogs. Humans have encouraged and selected for barking over generations of domestication. What constitutes excessive barking can be subjective, but it can be associated with problems for owners, neighbours and the dog. Dogs bark excessively for different reasons.
What company do my pet mice need?
Mice need the company of other mice and usually coexist happily together as long as they have enough space, resources, and opportunities to engage in behaviours they find rewarding, especially chewing and hiding/burrowing.
My cat is very active at night and keeps waking me up, what should I do?
Some cats are active at night, or are awake and ‘raring to go’ very early in the morning.
What is the RSPCA’s view on keeping dolphins in captivity?
Dolphins are marine mammals belonging to the group known as cetaceans, which also includes whales, orcas and porpoises. RSPCA Australia recognises that some animals have complex social, physical or behavioural needs which are extremely difficult to provide for in captivity.
Why is wallowing important for pig welfare?
Wallowing is a natural behaviour which pigs are motivated to perform and, when given the opportunity, pigs will make their own wallows. A wallow is a shallow depression containing muddy water in which a pig will often dig and root before entering to cover themselves in mud.
What are the animal welfare issues with pets wearing costumes?
Many people enjoy dressing their pets in costumes, particularly for special events such as Christmas. Some animal welfare organisations include costume competitions for owners and their animals as fundraising events.
Can dogs be safely confined by tethering?
Where dogs need to be confined outdoors, the best way to do this is in a suitable yard or enclosure. Where these options are not available, some people choose to tether their dogs. This practice is particularly common for working farm and sled dogs.
My dog is barking excessively, what should I do?
Dogs bark excessively for numerous reasons including boredom, excitement, distress, territorial defence and fear and anxiety. Therefore the solutions to problem barking differ from one dog to the next. Remember that some barking is normal and is a way of communicating.
What companionship do rabbits need?
Rabbits are a social species and have evolved to live in groups. In the wild, rabbits do not live alone.
What should I feed my ferrets?
Ferret dietary needs There are two key facts to understand when you are planning a diet for your ferrets: They are obligate carnivores – they must eat meat. A ferret has slightly more than half the length of intestine of a cat the same size.