Elegant in appearance, loyal, intelligent–that’s the Dobe for you. A well-bred, properly trained and disciplined Doberman is a wealth of joy for the family. Here’s more on this powerful and noble breed. Protective, watchful and fearless, a Doberman’s affection towards his family is unlimited, says Javinder of Jaspar’s Kennels. You need to be blessed with
What does the word ‘Dog’ brings to your mind? A loyal, loving and sweet canine! Nobody likes an aggressive pet dog and it is one of the leading reasons of abandonment. But dog aggression can be prevented, let’s see how. Aggression is one of the most dangerous and misunderstood of all dog behaviours. It is
A well-balanced diet and proper nutrition is all it takes to make your pet happy and healthy. Here are a few tips which will be useful to work it out: Say ‘No’ to table scraps: Don’t feed your dog ‘People food’, which is not formulated to meet the nutritional needs of the pet. Limit the
Most of us are fascinated by Mini dogs who are not only cute and feisty but also form excellent companions. Royal Canin offers the perfect diet to take care of their heath. Mini dogs – small in size, big on personality The enormous physical variety of the Mini dogs (weighing 5-10 kg) means that pet
The age-old adage goes, ‘Prevention is better than cure.’ Periodic vaccinations in dogs help them create immunity against a range of infectious diseases. Let’s be aware of the various vaccines available for our pooches What is vaccination? Vaccination is the process of preventing diseases by creating immunity in the animal. It also reduces the amount
Winter weather can be harsh on your dog’s skin, especially if he’s a senior. As dogs age, their oil-secreting glands slow down, making them prone to dry skin. The cold winter air and dry indoor heat only aggravate the condition, causing itching and flaking that may lead to constant scratching, biting or licking. To help
Sensational Spaniel family… The Spaniel family has many beautiful contenders amongst themselves, each one having her own unique characteristics. In earlier times, they were often referred to as the Water Dogs or Water Spaniels. The spaniel was then crossed with other carefully selected breeds which gave rise to the now popularly known breeds such as the
In this fast-paced lifestyle, it is common for us and our loved ones, including our pooches, to suffer from aches and pains. Imagine the benefits of having a tool that you can use to help yourself and your loved ones to feel better in a completely natural way. Quantum-Touch is one such tool, which is
Bruno, a 14-year-old Golden Retriever, was not fine and his pet parent called me for a home visit. Bruno was Dr. Pradeep Sheoran suffering from chronic renal failure, I patted his head and he made a brave effort to wag his tail. Bruno’s sufferings were unbearable. His pet parent couldn’t see his miserable condition. She
If you think, humans can only understand arithmetic, then you are wrong because our pooches can count upto five and do simple arithmetic calculations as well! If you have a two-year-old child and a pooch at home, you must have felt it many times that both are equally intelligent. Well, it is now a proven
The proud heritage… Nancy was a lovely white-brown stray dog who came into my life during my internship in a village. We loved to Nancy spend time with each other in the evening, during which, she used to chase goats and look for words of appreciation from me. Those were the golden moments gradually, Nancy
The proud heritage… India boasts of approximately fifty breeds of dogs of which only five are recognised by the Kennel Club of India. From the deserts to the mountains and from the tropical forests to the harsh rocky plateaus, each terrain is represented by its own unique breed of dogs well suited to its climatic
Q: Joey, my six-year-old Pomeranian was well toilet trained but since past six months, she has forgotten everything. In fact she loves our carpet in the drawing room and relieves herself there. Please advise. – Tarun Bhatnagar, Chandigarh Dr. K. G. Umesh: It is not unusual for dogs to have an occasional accident in the
The Australian Mist is one of the most lovable feline breeds. What makes them so lovable is their ability to get along well with all–toddlers, young and old. Best of the gene pool The Australian Mist proudly wears the label ‘Made in Australia’. They have been developed by Dr Truda Straede for more than twenty
If you do not wish to breed your feline friend, it is always advisable to get her spayed. Spaying not only prevents unnecessary litters but it also helps in preventing your feline friend from deadly diseases like pyometra. I first saw Shy, a timid cat, at the animal shelter in obvious pain with a large
