Muffin Over six years back, I decided to buy a dog as my younger daughter Manvi’s birthday present. The hunt for a ‘manageable breed’ started and finally zeroed down on a not so commonly seen Beagle. It was love at first sight as soon as I set my eyes on this 40-day-old frisky pup. Here’s […]
Q: I have a St Bernard pup who is five months old and refuses to go for a walk. Please advice the exercise, food and supplement needs for a St Bernard. – Balraj, Jabalpur Dr KG Umesh: A nutritionally balanced diet is crucial for the healthy growth and development of a dog in order to
Jack assumed ‘freedom’ was all about living in the open areas like his stray friend Tommy. He was on the run one gloomy night, leaving his pet parent Nysa behind, to experience the world outside. Read on… Natalia Suri I stood at the threshold of the boundary gate after my early morning breakfast, with
You must have heard people complaining that they work like dogs or they are living a dog’s life, but have you ever realised the fun that is involved in being a dog and all the perks they enjoy. The setting – it’s about to be 8:30 am, you have to leave for work and are
An intensely handsome actor who has begun to draw attention after his impressive performances in movies like Imtiaz Ali’s Highway, Once Upon A Time In Mumbai, Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster, Jannat 2 and Murder 3, little do people know that Randeep Hooda is not just an intense actor but an equally passionate animal lover. Interestingly,
We all know how important a name is to us, same is with your pooch. Here’s how to make the transition smooth for your dog. Fine to rename: It is ok to rename a dog as he may have bitter experiences with his old name. Select a name: Though it is better to select a
The collar plays a very important role in your pet’s life. It is important to choose the correct collar for your pet according to his size and use because a wrong collar will not solve the purpose and will make the pet feel very uncomfortable and can even injure him. There are many styles of
Dog breeding means practice of mating selected dogs with intention to produce particular qualities and characteristics in offspring. However, this selective breeding has also led to a rise in various diseases. Selective breeding… Selective breeding or close breeding, commonly known as line breeding or inbreeding, results that the number of bad genes in most
Certain house plants are harmful to pets when ingested or swallowed. Keep these plants out of reach of your dog. If your dog ingests any of these, consult your vet immediately. A few examples of house plants most commonly found in any household. Aloe Vera is used to heal cuts, burns and skin problems but
Common household substances can be hazardous for your canine. Stack them away and make your home pooch-friendly. Household products for specific uses may be hazardous to pets with accidental exposure. Exposure of the household substances may be dermal, oral, ocular or inhalational. Some of the important indoor substances with higher toxic potentiality are described.
Grooming your dog is one of the best ways to strengthen the bond of love that you share with your pet. There are certain things that should be kept in mind before you begin with such sessions so that it becomes a pleasurable experience for both of you. Simple at home tips for grooming your
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How pooches learn? It is very important to understand how animals learn. The acronym used by behaviourists is A, B, C, which refers to Antecedent, Behaviour and Consequence. Antecedent is a command or cue. For example, you saying the word SIT is an ‘antecedent’ which is followed by the physical act of the dog sitting
The Central Asian Shepherd Dog is a protective dog who bonds with his pet parent and his possessions. He is independent, strong, brave and responsible, besides being self assured, calm, balanced, proud, alert and fearless flock guardian. The dogs are very courageous and have high working capacity, endurance and a natural instinct of territory. Fearlessness
