Longer days, shorter nights…lot of time for fun ‘n’ play. But the heat of summer sometimes takes a toll on all of us, including our canines. Let’s make the season safe for our loving canines. Summer time is for a lot of fun and play. While we take a lot of care to keep us cool […]
Ayu and Rony In childhood everyone has one sibling or more to fight with and those who don’t have sometimes become upset like me! But in my life Rony walked in as an angel brother from another mother. I still remember him as a cute little indie boy running around me! And he became my
Active, impressive, square dog with a blueblack tongue, Chow-Chows are an epitome of loyalty and love towards their pet parents. Bernice Leroy Spitz type, active, compact, square, well balanced, leonine in appearance, proud, dignified bearing; good muscle tone; tail carried over back—that’s how a Chow-Chow looked! He should always be able to move freely with a pendulum
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 as Regional Associate for South
When Rob Fellows was told his Springer Spaniel, Joe, was suffering from arthritis he knew what lay ahead. The thought of long-term medication combined with the agony of watching his normally lively dog gradually become less mobile was hard to accept. But when Rob was introduced to the healing properties of Reiki, he saw how
Summers are a great time to enjoy outdoor activities and spend some quality time with your four-legged buddies. Out of all the summer activities, swimming is one activity that would help you nurture the bond with your pet exponentially. And it is also a great exercise for your pet, which means a double whammy. But
Summer times can be harsh for your pooch. All pet parents need to ensure that their pet is hydrated at all times. In case you see any symptoms of heat stroke, act immediately! Heat stroke is defined as a state of extreme elevation of body temperature (106ºF–109ºF) resulting in thermal injury to Dr. K Satish
Magical Eyes – Ever wonder why you melt, give in, or just find those drooling doggy eyes – simply irresistible? Does thegaze, the look, the melting eyes just captivate and spellbind your heart? There is no escape…best is you are happily smitten and completely under their charm and spell. Well, there’s now a scientific
C&K Breed Profile Chausie: A gorgeous wild look in a loving household cat C&K Health Be alert of roundworm trouble in cats! Golden rules to follow in silver age! Beating dehydration Heart matters… C&K Readers Write in C&K Pawtales My little ‘Minki’ brother!
I have been asked how cats sniff pheromones. Perhaps the better question is “Why they do this?” Let’s find out the reasons. Pheromones are an odourous secretion releasing a specific response in another individual of the same species. These body chemicals are natural scents and are used in communication between cats. The aroma of pheromones
What to feed your kitty and what not to feed her? Here are a few tips to follow while feeding your kitty. Never overfeed: The first and foremost strategy is not to overfeed your cat which can cause indigestion and hyperactivity. Feed small portions: Never feed your pet a large amount of food at a
February 24, 2015 was World Spay Day. In connection to this occasion, let’s enumerate the benefits of spaying for our wonderful cats. Every year numerous kittens and cats meet an untimely death on the streets. Mostly, they are killed by careless drivers or by dogs. Spay helps in controlling the population of street cats. Besides
Aging is a natural process and comes with its share of problems. Thus, it is recommended that we take care of our health from an early age. The same holds true for your pets as well. Follow a regular health regime which includes healthy diet, physical and mental exercises and regular health check-ups. Illness is a common
Distinctive features that make the Highlander stand out include the breed’s slightly curled back ears and naturally short tail. Let’s find out more on this feline clown. Patti Struck The root of Highlanders is a bit of a mystery as they are not descended from any known or recognised cat breed. Although they have been in existence
