Those who are enchanted by tigers can bring home a Toyger with looks of a tiger but size like a toy and a heart of gold Dressed to kill Toygers were created to look like Toy Tigers. They are short haired, completely domestic cat derived fromcarefully selected domestic shorthairs and pedigreed cats like the Bengal.
Even though cats spend a lot of time licking and cleaning themselves, they still need regular grooming to remove loose hair, prevent matting and keep the skin free from diseases. Here’s how to do that. Step by step instructions for grooming cats Clean the cat’s ears – Put a few drops of solution in your
Q: My cat Oliver is a two-month-old Persian. Please advice about cat training and flea prevention. – Asma Nadeem Ahmed, Bangalore A: Dr KG Umesh: Early socialisation is the process by which a cat learns to relate appropriately to people, other cats and to her environment. The ‘sensitive period’ for socialisation lies between two
As pet parents, it can be really difficult for us to face the fact that the rambunctious, young kitten we got home few years back, has now grown into a somber senior cat. It’s now that your kitty needs more attention, love and care. Here’s how to keep her healthy and happy in these years.
As our cats get older, it is very important to provide them with a good and healthy diet. Here are a few tips to choose the best diet for your ageing kitty. Good feeding plan. Setting a good feeding plan throughout their lives is the best way to maintain a happy and healthy cat who
Felines are no different from human beings in terms of weight gain – if calorie intake is greater than calorie burned, they will put on weight. And if you have a housecat who has the choicest of foods and treats handfed to her, chances are, your kitty is…well…going to end up on the tubby side.
Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He has been a lecturer in clinical medicine at Vet College in Bangalore for 15 years, and has won the ‘best teacher’ award in the year 2000. He is a member of European Society for Vet Dermatology and is presently working for
The arrival of a litter of puppies is always an exciting experience and to make everything go well, you can rely on your vet’s experience and ‘Birth & Growth’ programme from Royal Canin. You need to provide the mother, and the litter she is carrying, with a range of nutrients essential for development. They must
Time flies and before you know your little furry canine is all grown up. One thing you definitely want is for him not to get older. You’re a great pet parent but now with him ageing, you need to put that extra effort . Ensure that your veterinary visits are regular for a general health
White as snow with contrasting black eyes and black pigmented nose, Bichon a Poil Frise will steal your heart with his happy, lively, playful and friendly attitude. Come fall in love with these tiny bundles of joy. The Bichon Frise is a playful, lively and gay little dog. His pure white, fine, silky and loose
Dan Borris is a well-known photographer, widely recognised for his portraitures, which have appeared in many leading magazines as well as used by many corporates. Interestingly, Dan didn’t get into dog photography (other than personal photos of his own dog!) until he started on the Yoga Dogs project. “That was about four years ago… and
Exercise for your pooch will vary according to his age, breed and health. But it must be fun for him and you as well. Taking your pet out for a good outing, where he can play in a good open ground or swim in a swimming pool, is a very good way of mixing fun
Does your vet make your pet comfortable? Does he check skin, eyes, ears, and teeth every time? Does he give advice on worm, flea and tick control, besides advice on diet, bedding, exercise, toilet, walks according to breed, health and age? Is he quickly accessible in times of emergencies? Does he keep a record
At around six months old, most dogs reach an awkward adolescent stage (although with some dogs this can occur right up to 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 it.
Just like us, pets like to feel loved and cared for. Moreover, studies indicate that spending time with pets helps reduce stress, fight depression, control blood pressure and provide a number of other physical and mental benefits. Here are a few simple ways for you to bond with your dog. Get some exercise: Take your
