At around nine months of age, most dogs reach an awkward adolescent stage (although with large and giant breeds, this can occur in their second year). Everything you taught your dog seems to be forgotten: he won’t come when you call or even think of obeying the commands ‘sit’ or ‘down’. Here’s how to tackle […]
Why neuter my dog? Neutering has unquestionable benefits, both in terms of animal behaviour and health. Changes in sexual behaviour: About twice a year, when females come on heat, males and females are strongly attracted to each other and will show great ingenuity in finding ways to get together and mate. This behaviour is highly
Are you relocating to another country? Are you worried who will take care of your pooch? Can you take your pooch along? The good news is yes…you can take your pooch along. There are professional companies which help you to relocate safely with your pooch. Here’s more info on Pet Travel, which offers pet travel
We like to party… meeting old friends and new… spending time together… playing games… enjoying the delicacies… having a free run… sniffing around… rolling on the grass… whew… it is a pawrty time for the pooches! Dogs are social animals and are happiest in a pack. However, most dogs today are apartment dogs with minimal
They are true terriers who love to do everything with you; strong, sturdy with enough energy to hike with you all day and with just the right amount of toy dog in them so that they are not hyper and like to cuddle. Don’t go by the size of the Toy Fox Terrier (TFT), they
Recently- I met Bakhtawar – a mischievous Lab – all of four months. The moment he stepped in our house, there was excitement, shrieks, endless energy and tonnes of chaos. Kids were scrambling to entertain Bakhtawar – and our bundle of fun and energy had only one thing on mind – how do I have
From Russia with love Long body, wide-set green eyes, long and dense fur, and mild disposition – that’s how a Nebelung kitty is! Kool kitties Sun is the powerful giver of life but it can be dangerous… especially in summer. Here’s how to keep your kitties cool in summer. Ask the Expert.. Dr KG Umesh
Five-year-old kitty Demi at Shropshire in England crawled into a dryer for a cat nap before her unsuspecting pet parent Jennifer Parker loaded it with towels and switched it on. Incredibly, the furry buddy spent a staggering 40 minutes in the dryer which hit temperatures of 40oC before it came to the end of its
Your kitty loves her toys… these are her most prized possessions. You need not to buy her expensive toys every time, even paper bags can keep her entertained. Just like a child, your kitty loves to play. Here’s how to keep your kitty engaged and happy:
Periodontal disease is the most common oral disease in pets. Unfortunately, if left untreated, periodontal disease only gets worse, until eventually it undermines the general health of your pet. Here’s how to take care of your pooch’s jaws. Dr GR Baranidharan The mouth is said to be the most biologically active area of the body.
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Your kitty loves her toys… these are her most prized possessions. You need not to buy her expensive toys every time, even paper bags can keep her entertained. Just like a child, your kitty loves to play. Here’s how to keep your kitty engaged and happy: Keep an array of toys for your cat but
As a judge, I come across cats who are beautifully groomed only to find that the hair on their tummy is matted and tangled. Presentation and grooming is important and it means the whole cat and not just the top coat. However, regardless of whether your cat is a loving companion or a show cat
We all know our kitties are amazing… but here are some facts which would amuse one and all… Lion sneezed out the cat: If a Hebrew legend is to be believed, rats were menace and Noah prayed to the God to protect food from rats. The God answered his wish, made the lion sneeze and
Dr KG Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He is working for WALTHAM as Regional Associate for South Asia. Q: My cat is sneezing, has a runny nose and is coughing. Please help. – Prashant Das, Kolkata Dr KG Umesh: These signs are often caused by a combination of infectious diseases,
