Today I am a lucky person to have dog in my house and of course to help a dog outside my house. But this actually was not easy. One day in December 2009 we went to a breeder who led us to a kennel where many Labs were kept. But there was only one pup […]
The dog days of summer are back. It is imperative to take extra care of our pooches in this weather. Dehydration is one of the most common problems… Here’s how to prevent and take care of dehydration in our pooches. Many cases of pets suffering from dehydration are being regularly presented to vets during summer
Being a pet parent, it is your prime responsibility to make sure that your house is pet proofed and all harmful things (for our pooches) are stowed away from their reach. Never forget that these lil’ naughty ones can hurt themselves, and sometimes even seriously, if they accidentally ingest an object. Here’s how to keep
Liver disease is a serious medical condition in dogs and it is very important to identify the primary cause at early stages, because liver failure will be exhibited only after 70 percent to 80 percent of cells are damaged. Here’s more on the liver diseases in pooches. Liver – an introduction Liver is one of
As a groomer, I often find that pet parents are not really aware of the coat their dogs have and what care needs to be taken to maintain it. Below is a simple guide to what home grooming entails based on the coat type of your pooch. Combination Coat Identification: Very short tight smooth coat
(Case File) Grooming dogs is quite a tedious job which requires a lot of patience, skill and technique. It is often a scary, nerve-wracking experience for pooches who may not be used to grooming regularly. Here’s a case study of a Golden Doodle who had never been groomed before! First things first… Groomers always try
The Indian law protects our four-legged companions! In 2010, Central Mumbai Consumer Disputes Redress Forum gave a strong directive to a group housing society who was charging a pet parent a monthly fee for using lifts for his pooch. The court clearly said, ‘Dogs are part of a family hence they have the right to
Jyoti Krishan Dutt, Indian Police Service (Retd.) was Director General of National Security Guard (NSG) from August 2006 to February 2009. India saw him and his brave Black Cat Commandos in action during the 26/11 terrorist attack at Mumbai. Now retired and living in Delhi, not many people are aware that he is an avid
We love to read stories about our pooches…their adventures, love and companionship always makes an interesting read. More recently, we interacted with two authors of two lovely books on canines – The Stupendous Timetelling Superdog by Himanjali Sankar and Bambi, Chops and Wags by Ranjit Lal. Here’s more from these pooch loving authors. The plots…
The sport of dog agility provides both fun and exercise, while at the same time strengthens the bond between the pooch and pet parent/handler. Let’s see how. The sport… The main objective of dog agility sport is for the handlers to direct their dogs through an obstacle course while striving for both ‘fast time’ and
Heat stroke can be fatal… Here’s how to protect your dog in summer. Facts about heat stroke Heat stroke is a form of hyperthermia (high temperature) in which the body temperature of the dog is elevated dramatically. It is a veterinary emergency and can be fatal if not promptly and properly treated. Do not neglect
Stunning looks, extremely devoted to family and a sense of humour – can you ask for more? Briards are one of the most loving breeds of dogs…a sheer joy to be around! Here’s more on these wonderful dogs. The looks… Olive (Pic Courtesy: Irene Cotter, Furfetched Photography) The Briard’s general appearance is a medium build,
When you curl up beside me, I can’t resist stroking you my honey bee; And when you close your eyes to slumber, Your face looks so sweet and tender; When you wake up to the slightest of sound, I begin to tap my feet on the ground; “Hey, don’t disturb my darling Boo Boo, He
Like the jingle Har ek friend zaroori hota hai, friendship takes us forward. Expression & care is the key. We are even luckier to share this bond with our four-legged canine friends in our homes and around us. While growing up, I shared my heart and home with Beauty and Teddy. Beauty, a black Labrador,
Dog lovers have different ideas about the behaviors that constitute appropriate canine actions in various settings. Dog Obedience classes are designed to teach the dog owner how to interact with the dog to achieve standard results. The “sit” command has a singular meaning that tells the dog to place his backside on the floor. Owners
