Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He is working for WALTHAM as Regional Associate for south Asia. Q : Which are the common diseases that cats suffer from and how can we prevent them? – Dr. Chandan Kumar, Ranchi Dr. K. G. Umesh : Besides fleas and ticks, gastrointestinal parasites are common in cats. […]
While summers are the time to chill out, it is important to keep our felines cool. The cat’s normal body temperature is approx 100.5 to 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit, or 38.2 to 39.2 Celsius. If the outside temperature is hotter than this, then there is a high possibility that your cat may be susceptible to a
Tuffy is my best friend – he completely understands me and we both love playing and spending time together. Tuffy is a four years old beautiful German Shepherd. He keeps a track of me and exactly knows when I leave the house or returns. I cannot pet any other dog when Tuffy is around. He
I sometimes wonder why is it that humans do not have that patience and the unconditional kind of love, which a dog exhibits. My Bruni is an epitome of unconditional love, patience and naughtiness. She lights up everyday of my life with her antics. There is not a single day that I do not learn
‘Daughters are the God’s best gift to anyone’…indeed a nice thought and nicer would be the experience of sharing lives with them. Sonahk (Lhasa Apso) and S Kavin Mughi are our two lovely angels…they are our priceless possessions. Sonahk has filled our lives with innumerable joys by becoming the indispensable part of our lives. She
Many of you would have heard this particular incident where a pack of dogs saved a newborn who was deserted by his mother in the forests of Devarayanadurga in Tumkur. It so happened that an unwed mother abandoned her child in the forests. A pack of dogs followed her to the forest and guarded the
10 Tips for your dashing Dachshund lever, tenacious and sometimes stubborn, Dachshunds are playfu and their small size makes them highly suitable for apartment dwelling. Their coats can be wire-haired or smooth. Here are a few tips to keep your wire-haired Dachshund look her best: Groom your wire-haired Dachshund several times a week, using a
Majority of the pet owners do not recognise the importance of taking care of a pet’s teeth. Lack of proper dental care develops problems like periodontal diseases, cavities, abscesses, rotting teeth etc. Regular brushing of teeth is one of the most important steps for preventing dental problems. Brushing removes the daily accumulation of plaque from
Editorial Breed Profile Vaccination wonders Is your dog jumping on people? Grooming : Spruce up your Pooch Tick troubles – All you wanted to know about canine babesiosis Get set go… Travelling by road with your dog Home at last !!! Adopting a child… care…concern… and canine All about fleas Say bye-bye to sunburn Paws
If you love to spend time with your pet, then Boxer is for you. For, here’s a breed who is fond of company at all times and loves to make you laugh. So, if you have a Boxer at home, you can expect a house full of giggles and fun for all family members, including
Dogs love to sniff and explore. We need to be aware of our dog’s amazing ability and need to use his senses. Allowing dogs and especially puppies to explore, sniff and taste different safe objects helps their brains to develop, however be careful not to overload a puppy with too much or the puppy will
Ticks are carriers of various canine diseases and ehrlichiosis is one of the most fatal diseases caused by them. The greatest challenge in battling ehrlichiosis is in detecting and accurately assessing the clinical signs. Over the past several decades, ehrlichiosis has emerged as an important threat to dogs worldwide. During recent years, it has gained
Canines are vulnerable to many infections and infestations, just because they are prone to it…sometimes because of their attitude (free-spirited) and sometimes because of our negligence. The most common is the canine worm, which should not be taken lightly as these dangerous parasites can cause irreparable health loss to our loving pooch, if not treated
Spruce up your Pooch……… The cuddly look of these ancient Tibetan dogs belies an independent and bold temperament. Here are a few tips to make your Lhasa look pretty and his mane beautiful: Lhasa Apsos have a thick double coat and beneath a long coarse overcoat lies a soft undercoat. Their dense coat requires regular,
Whenever you brush your furry angel, you get a brush full of soft and beautiful fur and you don’t have the heart to throw it out. Your mind often thinks, “I wish I could spun it into something…” Well, the good news is yes, you can! Take a look at the pictures of clothes on
