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Hoof Care Options for Fearful Equids


by Michelle Martiya When people adopt or rescue fearful and feral equids, one of the most pressing issues the new owners face is the need to trim their feet. These animals often come with feet that are too long, which can be painful and cause long-term musculoskeletal problems. Much like dogs accepting nail trims, hoof trims can be one of the most challenging procedures for an equid to accept, and the need for care will frequently happen before training for this procedure is complete.  Fortunately, there are a few things… Continued

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Hoof Care Options for Fearful Equids


by Michelle Martiya When people adopt or rescue fearful and feral equids, one of the most pressing issues the new owners face is the need to trim their feet. These animals often come with feet that are too long, which can be painful and cause long-term musculoskeletal problems. Much like dogs accepting nail trims, hoof trims can be one of the most challenging procedures for an equid to accept, and the need for care will frequently happen before training for this procedure is complete.  Fortunately, there are a few things… Continued

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Identifying Positive Reinforcers for the Individual


Anna Bradley explains why using food as a positive reinforcer in training is not bribery and examines alternative options for dogs who may not always be so food driven. While I would say there is, in general, a much wider appreciation of the role of rewards in animal training and behavior these days, I also believe—and it is certainly my experience—that pet guardians do not always fully understand the power of positive-reinforcement training. For example, I have had clients who consider the use of rewards to be “bribery.” There may… Continued

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Eat, PURR, Love


Andrea Carne investigates how feeding regimes can help meet feline behavioral needs, particularly those of indoor cats, while deliberating the findings of a recent study on the same topic. Read the next sentence very carefully (and with a large pinch of salt): Feeding your cat one meal a day might be best. I can almost hear the gasps from cat guardians across the world! “Feed my cat once a day? Are you crazy?” I hear you say. “What do I do when I get the 5 a.m. ‘wake up and… Continued

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Working With Undersocialized Kittens and Cats


by the PPG Cat Committee The period between 2 and 7 weeks, often referred to as the sensitive period for socialization, is a crucial time in a kitten’s social development. During these weeks, kittens are particularly open to new experiences, which makes it the ideal time for them to learn about their environment, build trust with humans, and interact positively with other animals. Kittens who experience positive interactions during this period are more likely to adapt well to new situations later in life.  Although this early window is an especially… Continued

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