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THE ETHICAL QUESTION OF ZOOS Following the publication of a promotional photo of the FélinTensif camp in which we see participants pet a lynx (one of the activities proposed during the camp), we received messages from people concerned with animal exploitation in zoos and forcing animals to ‘suffer’ … [Read more...] about The ethical dilemma about zoos

PITBULLS1 : THE REAL SOLUTION ALSO APPLIES TO CATS I’ve been listening to the debates on the issue of pitbulls and I don’t understand why we are still talking about banning these dogs. There is a simple solution that would benefit not only dogs, but also cats and all pets. That’s why I’m … [Read more...] about Pitbulls: the real solution also applies to cats

I don’t like to comment on sensationalistic videos filled with anthropomorphic commentaries, but since this story made headlines on the Internet, we will demystify things together. Basically, I’ll bring you back to reality! Please, watch … [Read more...] about Reflection on this famous video where a cat saves « his »child

I suspected that a comment I made during my time on the show Animo on ICI Radio-Canada TV would cause a bit of controversy or even shock some breeders. The director warmed me and even offered not to broadcast this segment. On the show, I said that ‘it is my most cherished wish that some breeders … [Read more...] about Breeders are not all the same!

Anthropomorphism : when we see our animals as humans Anthropomorphism is attributing human reactions and feelings to animals. For example, some believe their cat acts out of revenge or feels guilty when it’s caught or scolded after doing something forbidden. The misinterpretation of a … [Read more...] about Anthropomorphism: when we love our pets too much

YOUR CAT EDUCATOR GETS ANGRY: MISINFORMATION ON BEHALF OF QUESTIONABLE PET STORES Enough is enough! My articles are usually filled with humour, but exceptionally, this article will be a bit spicier. I cannot remain silent in the face of a recent lawsuit: pet shops seek to invalidate a new … [Read more...] about Disinformation in the name of questionable pet stores

ATTENTION * CONTENT UNDER REVISION* ATTENTION This article is currently being reviewed with regards to the vocabulary used. However, the tips suggested can be applied without worry. Only a few very specific notions must be reviewed throughout the site, like territory (we now refer to it as … [Read more...] about Myths debunked