Does your cat melt your heart for food…? Read about Bubble’s strategy. There are various strategies that a smart pet who knows your weaknesses, would use to beg for table scrap. When it comes to my baby, Bubble, he is beyond well versed as far as this field goes and has acquired a forte in […]
It is believed that small weasel-like creature called Miacis is where the domestic cat can trace their ancestry back more than 13 million years! There’s more about these wonderful felines. Keeping evil at bay: The Egyptians used cats to guard their homes, temples and warehouses of grain. They believed that cats kept away the ‘evil
Cryptococcal infection in your kitty is harmful for both you and your pet. Here’s more on this fungal infection. What is a Cryptococcosis? It is the most common fungal infection in cats caused by yeasts, known as Cryptococcus neoformans or Cryptococcus gattii. The yeasts were first detected in peach juice in Italy (1894). In cats
Those tiny cute bundles of joy can steal your heart, the moment you set your eyes on them. But here are a few tips to select a healthy and good-natured kitty. Sudhersena In choosing a new kitten, you should be careful to look for several things that indicate good health and temperament. Bright eyes &
The chubby-faced British Shorthair with her chipmunk cheeks and happy smile is famous as the Cheshire Cat in Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. A dignified, affectionate cat, she is sometimes referred to as the Winston Churchill of the cat world, roaming her household dominion with all four feet on the floor. Peep into the past…
Sparkle’s cuddle made me think- Why God made dogs? – the answer was simple for Happiness and Hugs, Love and Loyalty, Friendship and Fun, to Give and to be Grateful. Our Furry Gurus teach us a lot more- Mindfulness, Compassion, Perseverance, Never Give up Attitude, Express – wag when you’re happy, growl or give warning
New Year is a time to look back at all the good things in our life and of course plan for the next year. Our pooches make our life beautiful…there’s never a dull moment when they are around. So, this New Year, let’s recollect the good habits we learn from them. Sridevi with Bruno My
National Symposium on Companion Animal Practice and CE (Continuing Education) Program concluded in Mumbai Sponsored by Royal Canin, the 5th National Symposium on Companion Animal Practice was held on 16th November 2013. Dr Sunita Patel, President, Pet Practitioners Association of Mumbai (PPAM) stated that kidney diseases were on the rise and it is important to
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 currently working for WALTHAM
Winter is a wonderland – our four-legged friends too need that extra care to keep them warm, hygienic and safe during this time. Many fellow beings live with a misconception that their pets have a coat of fur so that they are able to withstand the cold better than humans. This is not the case.
Here are FAQs on the role of nutrients for your pooch’s healthy skin… Skin, body’s largest organ, is a natural protector against toxic substances, dehydration, infection and ultraviolet light. Skin health is reflective of overall health status of pets. Healthy skin is flexible, without scabs, white flakes or any red areas. Skin of dogs and
All pet parents face the issue of leaving their pet alone at home – sometimes for a shorter duration and sometimes for a longer one. Here’s how to make home alone a pleasurable time for your pooch. Leaving your pet home alone leaves the pet parent with a series of ‘Oh-I-Am-Not-Comfortable-About’ pet peeves. One, being
Scientific evidence is increasingly showing that pets are good for people. UK and international research demonstrates that interaction with pet can reduce visits to doctor, enhance social interactions, enrich quality of life for elderly people, perform vital role in child development and so on. Let’s see how does it happen. Pets also improve chances of
As pet parents, we all must have melted at the soulful eyes your pooch displays while you are eating. But table scraps can be harmful to your pooch. Here’s a checklist on what to do. Can we feed our dogs table scraps? Dr. Sunita Patel “Table scraps do not constitute a balanced meal for dogs.
Something as simple as salt can become a matter of great concern for your beloved pet. Salt is nothing but sodium and chloride, but there are innumerable myths surrounding salt in dog’s diet. So, grab your cup of coffee and embark on this enlightening journey. Dr. Sunita Patel Why salt is important? “Sodium chloride is
