Kmbehaviour in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Veterinary surgeon

Kmbehaviour

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 427 160 677

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24.01.2022 Recent DNA research into the rise of the cat http://www.nature.com//how-cats-conquered-the-world-and-a-

24.01.2022 Dog behaviour survey from Guelph University. Rikki was an interesting subject for this survey! If you have time, help them out and fill it in. https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/j/form/SV_agDcYiYv4MoXhJj

24.01.2022 Bad things happen at dog parks. It is important to monitor the behaviour of your dog and other dogs at the park carefully

23.01.2022 If you own a dog, please take the time to fill in this survey on the equipment (ie. harnesses) used on dogs https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BF8XWRM

22.01.2022 Ideally, dogs should work for all of their food and the food bowl would be banished. http://3lostdogs.com/puzzle-toys-a-beginners-guide-to-the-/

19.01.2022 Is your dog generous and would they help out a mate?

17.01.2022 Nice to see a tight win in the cup by Almandin with noticeably little use of the whip. The good horses win anyway. #MelbourneCup

16.01.2022 But barking is a normal behaviour in dogs. ..

16.01.2022 So does anyone else feel that their pets are a bit too smart? http://fusion.net//267/the-science-of-animal-intelligence/

15.01.2022 In case you needed an excuse to go a little silly over puppies... http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au//study-suggests-puppies-/

15.01.2022 I have just finished this interesting read. Jessica Pierce, a bioethicist from the US, asks the question - is pet keeping ethical? From reptiles and hamsters to dogs and cats, she takes a look at what the pet keeping experience is like from the pet's perspective. This will be a confronting read for anyone that enjoys sharing their home with an animal but it does raise interesting points that every pet owner should consider.

15.01.2022 I'm not sure what to take out of this. That elephants are amazingly intelligent and creative animals or that they should not be kept in zoos. http://www.abc.net.au/science/articles/2012//02/3624166.htm

14.01.2022 So, how did your dog cope with the thunderstorms this morning? Storm phobias are very common in dogs and can be very severe, causing dogs to escape or injure themselves. Without intervention, phobias can become worse or generalise so that dogs become fearful of wind or the dark. Fortunately there is a lot you can do to help frightened dogs. This article lists some strategies and if your dog does have a severe phobia, it is always worth talking to your vet. http://www.patriciamcconnell.com/the/thunder-phobia-in-dogs

14.01.2022 I still hear the word 'dominance' a lot when I hear people trying to explain their dog's behaviour. Fear and anxiety is usually the cause for aggressive behaviour.

12.01.2022 Your dog would like you to see its untapped potential. A cartoon by Peter Steiner. Follow our new cartoon Instagram for more drawings and drollery: http://nyer.cm/O2ZdkrC

12.01.2022 Appropriate use of an anti-barking shock collar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBaZDWIs3fs&feature=youtu.be

09.01.2022 Hope your pets survived the wintery weather today. Rikki seemed to quite enjoy the fire being lit again.

09.01.2022 The doggy equivalent of making lemonade out of lemons! https://t.co/V3Bme86RbP

08.01.2022 I have only one spot left for a behavioural consultation for the rest of the year - on Thursday 15th December. If you are interested, you will need to book soon.

06.01.2022 Lovely video. And touches on one of the hardest parts of having a dog as your running companion - when your dog gets too old and you have to leave it behind. The look that they give you when you lace up your runners and head out without them... :-(

06.01.2022 10 tips for helping your dog survive the fireworks season: 1) Do not assume your dog will be fine this year because it was last year. Noise phobias frequently develop with age. 2) Secure your yard. Every year dogs are injured or killed after being frightened by fireworks and escaping. A panicking dog will not be thinking rationally and is capable of some amazing athletic feats for example, an electric fence will not be a sufficient deterrent to prevent them from escaping. 3...) Prepare for the worst. Make sure the microchip registry has your current contact details linked to your dog’s microchip. This way, if your dog does get out, you will be reunited quickly. 4) Monitor your dog. If you do have to leave your dog alone on New Year’s Eve, ask neighbours to check in on them or set up a webcam system so you can make sure that they are not becoming distressed. 5) Muffle the noise. Bring your dog inside, encourage them to stay in the quietest room of the house, close the windows and draw the curtains. Turn on the television or radio to create some competing noise. 6) Provide a safe place. Some dogs will hide in an area that they feel more comfortable under the bed or in a bath tub are examples. If you crate train your dog you can teach them that the crate is a safe place to be when they are feeling frightened. The benefit of a crate is that it can be taken with you on holiday and you can further muffle the noise by throwing a thick blanket over the top. 7) Try throwing a ball or giving treats to your dog immediately after a loud firework noise. This is called counterconditioning training and teaches them that the loud noise means something good is about to happen to them. Over time, it can reduce their fear. 8) It is okay to comfort your dog if they are feeling distressed. This will not reward them for being frightened of the fireworks. You cannot reward fear. So if giving your dog a hug helps them cope do it. 9) A tight fitting coat such as a Thundershirt or Anxiety Wrap can help some dogs remain calm. 10) Dogs that have a severe fear of loud noises will benefit from medication to reduce their distress during fireworks. Book a consultation with your vet to discuss the best options for your dog. See more

05.01.2022 Aw, shucks... It seems like our dogs really do love us (a lot). Cats. Well.... http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au//cat-vs-dog-who-loves-hum