Eukanuba Veterinary Diets are launching during the 3rd National Symposium on Companion Animal Practice and 10th World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) Continuing Education (CE) programme to be held from 26th – 27th November 2011 at Hyderabad. Eukanuba Veterinary Diets constitute a range of diets for dogs and cats to help nutritionally manage – under […]
Royal Canin India Pvt Ltd organised a series of veterinary conferences in three metropolitan cities – Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi. Dr Didier-Noel Carlotti, an expert in the field of veterinary dermatology, shared his experience on Recent Advances in Canine Dermatology. His presentation covered in depth the prevalence of Canine Atopic Dermatitis (CAD), which likely represents
Pixie is an eight months old female GSD, who is extremely hyperactive but very sweet. She loves annoying my five years old Lab (Polo) especially when he is sleeping. Both of them gel very well and are great friends. Pixie is an avid collector of stones, especially when she is out for a walk. She
Although I am a dog lover, I restrained from keeping a dog at home as I had experienced the agony of losing a dog when I was a kid. But, as they say, destiny knows the better of you – I got married to Richa, an ardent dog lover and a big time dog enthusiast.
Have you ever thought what your dog thinks? Well, Alexandra Horowitz, Term Assistant Professor, Psychology from Barnard College, Columbia University has come up with an interesting book on the subject. Dogs & Pups interacted with her on how she came up with this wonderful idea. Excerpts. D&P: Please tell us something about your book Inside
Choosing the best puppy for obedience work is not an easy task. There is no one who can guarantee that perfect puppy for the work she may be intended. Just as all human siblings are different with different abilities and coping levels, so are dogs. Deciding on a puppy’s future before she has had time
Deworming is basically getting rid of worms from the pet’s stomach, which is a ‘periodical process’ that is carried out every 3-4 months. But, it is important to deworm the pups during one month of birth. Here’s why? There are many types of worms (endo-parasites), of which roundworm is most common in dogs and can
You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family – except, of course, for the family dog. Here’s how to choose the pawfect dog for your family. Before you choose a dog… Bringing a new dog into your life is a major decision. Be sure you are ready for a dog before you
Shampooing is an integral part of grooming. Here are a few FAQs on shampooing in pets to help you to choose the right shampoo for your pet. Why does my dog need shampoo? Dog shampoo has cleansing or soothing actions on the skin and improves the odour. In case of fungal infection of the skin,
Tumours in dogs could be of different types, but canine mammary tumours represent 50 percent of all canine tumours and it’s the most common among female dogs. However, this dreaded disease occurring primarily in older dogs is curable. Here’s more on the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. What is canine mammary tumour? Canine mammary gland
Dogs are not always in the mood for play or interaction. There is a time and a place for play, petting or just sitting quietly and at other times the dog just wants to be left alone. Dogs communicate with body language and kids and parents can learn to read these subtle signs so that
Q: How can we clean the ears of our dog? I saw my dad using hydrogen peroxide once, but he stopped using it as he said it may have some side effects on dogs. – Mridhul Jain, Ludhiana Dr KG Umesh: Knowledge of ear canal anatomy is helpful for cleaning. Cleaning techniques generally focus on
Imagine forcing your pet dog to live his entire life in a small wire cage with no human companionship, toys or comfort and little hope of ever becoming part of a family and being loved and cared for life? Pathetic! That is what life is like for a puppy mill breeding dog! Hundreds of thousands
Caring for a dog involves a lot of responsibility, since you are the sole provider for your furry buddy’s social, dietary and health-related needs. Here are vital tips to take care of your pooch. Training Puppies require special attention: Encourage your puppy to interact with the world around her and be open to new situations
Photographs are a great way of preserving the beauty and personality of your dog. However, taking pictures of your best friend is not always easy. Here’s how to get the best shot. Here are some tips that will help you get the best frame of your dog. Avoid flash: Dogs are best photographed outside in
