Here’s the story behind the creation of CPVet. – Dr Ashok Kumar Dr Ashok Kumar Dr Ashok Kumar, who graduated from Pondicherry Veterinary College, is at the helm of the chain of CPVet hospitals. Recalling his early days, when he was about to finish his college and start veterinary practice, Dr Ashok says, “I thought […]
It’s about understanding the deep connection between people and their pets and striving to provide resources to the veterinarians to help improve quality and extend life and making it easier for pet parents to guarantee the health and wellness of their companion animals. In this respect, here is the insight from two Zoetis veterinarians: Andrea
The Purina Institute is committed to advancing nutritional science to help pets live better, longer lives. Representing a diverse team of more than 500 scientists and pet care experts around the world, the Purina Institute will share Purina’s ground-breaking research and the latest scientific findings in pet nutrition so veterinarians and other pet professionals can
For over 120 years, PURINA PETCARE has been providing high quality, accessible and complete nutrition to meet the needs of pets over the world. PURINA arrived in India with the aim of raising awareness about various dietary standards of pet nutrition. Varindra Sewak, Managing Director, PURINA PETCARE, tells DOGS & PUPS about the company’s flagship
Dr Gregg Takashima is a companion animal practitioner and WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee Co-Chair. He is the founder of Parkway Veterinary Hospital in Oregon and works as Series Editor at Clinician’s Brief, a journal for veterinarians. – Dr Gregg Takashima Q: Tell us about WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines. Dr Gregg Takashima Dr Gregg Takashima: The Global
Dogs and cats have very different nutrient requirements from people, therefore feeding them typical human diet will not provide adequate nutrition. Therefore it is important for every pet food industry to formulate complete and balanced food in compliance with AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials) Guidelines. An unhealthy diet increases the risk of many
Pets are in the heart of our family, and we love to see our pets happy. That is why making a happy pet is what motivates us to develop the best food for them, as we believe that nutrition is the key to improving and enhancing the quality of life for pets and their families,
‘Shining a spotlight on the personal and professional wellness of those who care for our pets’ –Dr Nienke Endenburg The objectives of the WSAVA’s Professional Wellness Group Dr Nienke Endenburg The World Small Animal Veterinary Association has recently launched a Professional Wellness Group to help improve the health and well-being of veterinarians, para-veterinarians and all
–Dr Shane Ryan (President WSAVA) Q: Tell us about WSAVA’s Vision Statement Dr Shane Ryan Dr Ryan: WSAVA’s Vision Statement is: ‘To advance the health and welfare of companion animals worldwide through an educated, committed and collaborative global community of veterinary peers.’ As ‘Global Veterinary Community’ is our tagline, being a part of WSAVA also
From a global perspective the world is getting smaller. We recognise that as the world gets smaller there is more connectivity amongst various members and it provides us with a tremendous opportunity –Dr Walt Ingwersen Q: What is WSAVA’s goal? Dr Walt Ingwersen Dr Walt Ingwersen: The more individuals get together, learn and share the
More than 3,350 delegates attended the WSAVA World Congress 2018 held in Singapore from 25-28 September, making it the most popular World Congress ever. Veterinarians from over 66 countries participated, with strong attendances from the Asia-Pacific region, including the Philippines, India, Indonesia and Australia. Around 300 vets from India were present at the congress. The
Joan Henderson Statistics show that cats, like people, are living longer thanks to advancement in veterinary science, nutrition and therapeutics, as well as increase in the proportion of cats living indoors or whose access to the outdoors is restricted to leash walks and/or escape-proof enclosed structures. In fact, the percentage of house cats aged
The Feline Club of India (FCI) has organised registration drives in Mumbai (1800 cats) and Kolhapur (800 cats). Each registered cat got microchipped by microchips from Vetina. Each cat, who was in condition to get a vaccination, was given one from Zoetis. The microchips and vaccines were given free of cost, along with free goodie
Saquib Pathan The Feline Club of India (FCI) records details of the father and mother of each kitten who is registered with them. Now when these kittens will grow up and have their own kittens, we will know who the parents and grandparents are. With each passing generation of kittens, we will be able to
Alliance of Cat Fanciers (ACF) in association with World Cat Federation (WCF) organised the International Cat Show on 11th November in Bengaluru, followed by other cities. All breeds of cats including Pedigree, non-Pedigree and Indian breeds were participated in the show. Judged by three international judges, every participant was given breed certificate from the WCF,
