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,
Snoring in her cosy bed is Laila, a two-year-old Cocker Spaniel. While Romeo, a three-year-old Labrador is cuddled alongside his pet parents, it’s Romeo’s wish as to where he wants to sleep. But the question is that where exactly should dogs sleep? The answer to this question is as varied as the breeds of dogs.
Splashes of coloured water, dry gulal (colour) in the air, sweet ghujias and crunchy namkeens, fun ‘n’ frolic – this is what Holi is all about. It is very important to keep your pets safe during Holi. Here are a few tips to make Holi ‘colourful’ for your pets: Keep your pooch inside during the
If you have a dog at home, we guarantee you good health… only if you are a responsible pet parent and take care of the exercise needs of your pooch! But dogs should be given exercise in accordance to their breed and age. Regular exercise is necessary for your dog to achieve proper health and
Like humans, dogs too suffer from heart diseases. The common cardiac problems are abnormality of heart beats appropriately known as Arrhythmia and other one is cardiomyopathy (a disease of cardiac muscles). Both conditions may lead to heart failure. Here’s more on heart diseases in dogs. What is cardiomyopathy? Cardiomyopathy (CM) is the most common cause
Delicious, scrumptious treats…our pooches love them and we love to see the happiness on their face when they get one of their favourite treats. But, before you toss that treat to your pooch, hold on, think again – is it right for your pooch? Treats are an important training tool – used for rewarding your
When you brought your canine family member home, you took a chance with love. Every pet parent who has loved and lost a dog knows that it is no different from losing a close one – sometimes even more difficult. Here’s how to cope up with the loss. Everybody knows that dogs live much shorter
She is a school teacher, she is an animal lover, she is a pet parent and she believes in each act of kindness! Here the mention is Annu Gujral who inculcates giving, caring, compassion in children for the welfare of stay dogs in Delhi. Catch a glance of her benevolent acts! In her mission to
A peek into the life of strays and how we can help them. We have to understand the fact that we have to co-exist with stray dogs and hence it’s better for us to adopt the policy of ‘Live and Let Live’. With this background in mind, befriending stray dogs who live around our houses
Former Australian pacer Brett Lee is recognised for 310 wickets in 76 tests and 380 wickets in 221 one day matches. One of the fastest bowlers in the world, Brett is himself bowled over by pet love. Brett is widely acclaimed for his regular bowling speed of 150 km/h and above. His fastest delivery was
Thick, luxurious, free-flowing, soft coat – a Lhasa Apso is a treat for the eyes. But his tresses need a lot of love and care. Here’s how to groom your Lhasa Apso. Grooming needs… The Lhasa coat comes in all dog colours in various combinations. This is an instant attraction for the dog lover, looking
Pet companions play a vital role in the betterment of our lives. They provide us with 24×7 social support, relieve stress and ring in laughter, happiness and keep boredom at bay. Caring for a pet can play an important role in your lifestyle in the following ways. Loyal companions Pets are great mood enhancers. They
Some foods which are edible for humans can pose hazards for dogs. Some may cause only mild digestive upsets, whereas, others can cause severe illness and even death. Here are some common foods that should not be given. Raw eggs and raw meat: Raw eggs contain an enzyme avidin, which decreases the absorption of biotin.
How is rabies caused? The term ‘rabies’ is a Lain word meaning ‘madness’; it causes acute encephalitis (inflammation of brain) in warm-blooded animals like dogs. This disease is zoonotic as it is transmittable from one species to another through biting by the infected animal, such as from dogs to humans. The virus once gets into
