Carol is our four-legged family member who means the world to us – she was a Valentine’s Day gift to my wife. That time, she was a small bundle of fur – small enough to disappear in anyone’s lap. This adorable Dalmatian has brought a smile to everyone. She is always happy to greet us […]
Oscar is our good looking and fun loving GSD pup who is maturing into a fine intelligent dog. He joined our family when he was just two months old. In fact, we fell in love with Oscar when he was just two days old and decided to bring him home. For the next two months,
Q: My cat Krishna, who is two years old, ate a cockroach recently and had some digestive problem thereafter. Please advice if the problem was due to the cockroach or any other factor. How should I prevent my cat from doing the same in the future? z – Ajesh. V, Malappuram A: Dr. K.
Pooches always have a peculiar way of finding ways into our hearts and homes. Even the bigwigs and celebrities are bitten by pooch love. The newest addition to the celeb dogs is undoubtedly Bo, who joins the line of US presidential dogs. For those who are unaware of Bo, let’s remind you that we are
I took out almost 70 ticks from my two dogs – Zack, a Golden Retriever and Cody, a Spaniel, who are 4 months old. Please do advice me a safe method. Is a tick bath safe at their age? Do we have spot on for puppies? Is there a vaccine for ticks- is it safe
Raja, my GSD, is today a healthy, active, playful and obedient pet. But, he was not so one year before. One day, I got a message from my friend, who is also a canine trainer that Raja, a German Shepherd, is abused and tortured by his pet parents. They are planning to abandon him. I
I love my dog Bruno, who is an integral part of my family. Interestingly, he shares his birthday with me, that is 23rd of June…but he is six years younger to me. I love to spend my life with him. I share my food with him and really enjoy taking him out for a walk
Pet parents are looking at new ways to pamper whether it be grooming, products, food, treats, toys et al to pamper their canine baby. It is really awesome to hear people say/write…‘My baby’ to their canine family. But what happens when the real human baby arrives? Does the canine baby get neglected? Is the canine
My five-year-old Spaniel is not neutered. Once when I took him for a walk, without any reason, he snarled and tried to jump at a passer by. This has happened three times in a month. Can you advice me why this sudden aggression and what can I do to remedy it? – Harshil Mishra, Baroda
Hi! I am six years old. My name is Jishu. I have a younger brother called Dot who is two years old. Here is a poem dedicated to my furry buddy: This is my brother Dot I love him a lot I take him for a walk, With all his bark, he doesn’t let me
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: After using the litter box my cat comes out and drags her backside on the carpet. Why do you think she is doing this, how do we remove this habit?
My two Pugs, Simba & Cindy, are the prince & princess of our home; they are the two most pampered Pugs in the world. Simba who is two years old is Simba & Cindy sturdy, boisterous, vocal, energetic, loving and a mama’s boy. He is naturally curious and understands almost every word we speak. He
As the day was dawning, I saw a bright enthusiastic light. It came to me and was just like a shooting star in the night. His eyes were shining bright, In his posture was might. I was touched by his beautiful sight, I was delighted, I named him life. He took the dark side of
Rufus is five-year-old and his teeth have become yellowish. How can I take care of his teeth? – Vikas Gupta, Meerut Just like human being, dogs need to get their teeth brushed and cleaned. But the fact is, probably the number one health problem for dogs, apart from being overweight, is periodontal disease. More than
The new year has begun…with new aspirations and renewed spirits. While some of youby, Shweta Khuranawould have spent the new year’s eve partying, others would have quietly enjoyed the warm comforts at home. A group of five students in Mumbai had an altogether different new year bash. While they were enjoying a walk after dinner,
