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We're not sure how old Kili the Senegal parrot is, but he has some impressive new tricks. Kili has mastered fetch, waving, spinning, playing dead and dealing cards. With his repertoire, we wouldn't be surprised if he started booking shows in Las Vegas (or at least a few birthday parties.) We wonder if he takes payment in crackers or credit. See more parrots: ...
Probably not. Because by "this," we mean "tricks most humans can't do." Someone call the talent police! This bird needs to be detained! ...
A fat, friendly feline will jump through hoops to get some food, even when those hoops are his owner's arms. Carl Forbes, this video's poster, has taught his Domestic Shorthair, Tiger, to jump through the arms of anyone who has them. Check out the cute stutter step Tiger does before he executes his leap! ...
"You want me to do what?" Photo by GorupKa/Flickr Although some cats will respond to positive reinforcement, most cats generally do better if they are working for food rewards. If you use soft moist cat food or dry food as a treat, you will lessen the chance of disturbing a properly balanced diet. If your cat has performed a certain task you have asked of her, make sure you not only reward her with a food treat but with verbal praise as well.You will have more success if you work with one command at a time. As with any kind of training you have to be consistent and let your cat work at her own speed. When you see even the slightest glimmer that your cat understands the behavior you are ...