Articles
The woolly mammoths of Siberia
So, we know that returning extirpated wildlife can restore native landscapes. But now that we’re capable of bringing back long-extinct species, landscape restoration by the use of wildlife takes on a new twist.
Pedegru
Jan 30, 2016
Reviving Extinct Animals: a Tool for Fighting Global Warming?
When National Geographic magazine came out with their cover story on de-extinction in April 2013, it set off quite a controversy. Now that we are on the scientific brink of being able to bring back long-gone species, proponents and critics are...
Pedegru
Jan 30, 2016
Do Dogs Have Nightmares?
If your dog is fast asleep and you see him or her twitching or whining, your dog could be having a bad dream or possibly a nightmare.
Ed Keller
Nov 08, 2015
Overcoming Fear Responses. Two Tools Every Animal Trainer Needs
When it comes to animal training you often hear people sing the praises of positive reinforcement. Me too! I love it. But there are two other tools that I can’t live without, systematic desensitization and classical conditioning.
Barbara Heidenreich
Oct 17, 2015
CatConLa
CatConLa is a two-day weekend event happening in June, 2015, celebrating groundbreaking products and ideas in art and design, pop culture, and attitude… for cat people. Look for us again in June 2016!
Robert Neal
Jun 23, 2015
Using enrichment to modify behavior - Pt 2
Ice blocks/rings: using a large bowl, fill halfway with water; add a few pieces of fruit or veggies. To make an ice ring, place a glass in the center (to create the hole).
Alice Ashburn
Jun 20, 2015