Destructive behaviours in dogs

Dog destructive behaviour When it’s not a game anymore Dog destructive behaviour or sign of boredom? Boredom in dogs often lead to destructive behaviours Destructive behaviour in dogs can be confusing.  For many years, people tried to punish dogs for these kind of behaviours but results were never what was expected.  This problem often led […]

Behavioural enrichment in dogs and cats

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Why a dog puzzle feeder is better than a slow feeder

The difference between a dog slow feeder and a dog puzzle feeder While a dog slow feeder will reduce speed of ingestion, a puzzle feeder will bring a new dimension to feeding your pets. Called behavioural enrichment by behaviourists, puzzle feeders by others. The facts stay the same, cats and dogs need to work both […]

How to get ready for your new cat arrival

How to develop its space for living with a cat? You may have noticed that cats love to climb in height, either on a table, a cabinet or a shelf. But do you know why? If the cat is mainly considered a solitary carnivorous predator, it is also prey to predators bigger than him. This survival […]

How to occupy your smart dog …part2

How to keep your smart dog occupied, part 2 …   When you have a smart dog, physical activity: run, jump, swim, play …. whether in winter or summer, it is vital all year! You have a smart dog and physical activity is essential for the well-being of your dog mentally and physically. When we […]

How to occupy your smart dog

How to occupy a smart dog Every dog, big or small, young or old, has basic needs: food, drink, be safe, protected from the weather, and of course being in a group. It is often forgotten that apart from these basic needs, there are other needs, just as essential to the well-being of our dog. […]

Our dogs are unemployed

Aïkiou company is pleased to announce its new partnership with Anne -Lise Paul, Vet Technician, canine and feline behaviourist to help you discover a series of articles talking about psychology and animal behavior. We hope you will learn more about it and you will enjoy our new columns . These will be sent every two […]

Meeting Jane Goodall at the Young Women Veterinary Association

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Stimulo cat feeder seen in Purina One true nature of cats TV commercial

[vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″ width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] Yes, the Stimulo is the cat feeder seen in Purina.  This tube feeder was praised by Purina for all the advantage it proposes for your cats digestion and health issues.  This feeder will prevent digestive problems and vomiting but will also enhance his life by having him rediscover his […]