Blog

When you adopt a puppy, you already know that there will be a lot of socializing to do in the months following adoption. Exposure to different stimuli, desensitization, puppy-to-puppy socialization, etc. What you may not know is that the socialization process begins long before your mate is born, and that the people responsible for mating…

You’re probably familiar with the many Facebook posts about cats wandering around in people’s yards, titled, “Is this your cat?” Rain or shine, many cats wander around our neighbourhoods. Cats are opportunists at heart, and may even go so far as to beg for food from friendly neighbours. ‼️ However, we must be careful not…

It’s never easy to have to part with your pet. First and foremost, we strongly suggest that you read our advice articles on keeping your pet in the family. If you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please write to us at info@proanima.com so that we can advise you properly. If you find it…

When it comes to potty training our puppies, we tend to listen to everything we hear online and from those around us. However, by doing so, we can unintentionally make things worse and slow down a puppy’s learning process. It is therefore important to know the basics of canine behaviour and to be equipped with…

“A dog bit a child in the face “A man was bitten on the neck by his neighbor’s dog. “A woman was seriously bitten by her dog” Shock phrases like these appear regularly in the media. And yet, we can’t help thinking the same thing over and over: “my dog will never bite, he’s much…

The vacation season is finally here! It’s time to plan a nice trip or just activities and outings with family and friends. What about your pet? Depending on the animal’s behavior, it may be more or less advisable to bring your pet with you. Some will be more anxious than others about change and transport….

Facts about declawing Despite cultural evolution on the subject, declawing continues to be a free and often-used practice in Quebec. Today, however, it’s important to know several facts about declawing that are recognized by many veterinary and behavioral professionals. In addition to the pain felt by the cat after being declawed, this can lead to…

“I have a surplus of love for my pet. So his diet is generous, just like my affection for him!” Did you know that if you don’t pay attention to your pet’s diet, you increase the risk of health problems in addition to harming his day-to-day well-being? By overfeeding him or offering him an inappropriate…

You’ll be surprised to learn everything you need to know before adopting a small pet. Exotic pets, small pets, means pets other than dogs and cats. These include rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles and small rodents. Before adopting one of these animals, you need to find out all you can about it: 1. Does the…

What are the benefits of a training cage? As well as helping to potty train, the crate becomes a safe, personal space for your dog, like his own bedroom. It’s practical to get your dog used to being comfortable in it, whether you’re boarding him, taking him to the vet, or giving him a place…