That small tiny little parasite – the commonly found tick, can be the source of dreaded tick paralysis. Here’s how to prevent and treat it. Tick paralysis is a very serious and fatal disease caused by certain species of ticks. Paralysis ticks (Ixodes holocyclus) are amongst the most dangerous parasites that can affect your pet. […]
The word ‘fleas’ often gives us nightmares – they can make life miserable for our furry friends. Since life cycle of fleas is complex, it is important to know about their life cycle to get rid of them. The risks… Fleas are cosmopolitan ectoparasites with a large variety of hosts. For companion animals and humans,
Two is better than one? So you’ve decided to expand your family and get a dog. Wow great, but then you think- wait a minute, what if I get two? That would mean double the fun, double the excitement at almost the same cost – right? Wrong! Why two? Often prospective pet parents tend to
Our pooches love us in many ways…sometimes they even inspire us to do better in life…let’s celebrate tales about few inspiring tails. I’m 42 years old single dad with three boys. I was Staff Sergeant and spent 10 years in the Air Force Special Jason and Napal… made for each other Operations Command as a
Shallu Jindal, a multifaceted personality is full of life always…a dancer, social worker, an avid lover of art, author, and above all a compassionate pooch pal, she plays diverse roles with aplomb. When we tried to explore her canine connections more… she brimmed with unconditional love for her pooch – Chester. Donning many hats New
When it comes to breeding, a lot of myths surround it. Here are a few of them. Myth: Breeding a flighty female dog will steady her temperament. Fact: There is no evidence of this at all. A female-dog with unstable temperament may actually become more agitated when her protective instincts regarding her litter come into
Various myths about pet grooming always make us doubtful even while doing the right things. Here are some common grooming facts rectifying the realities obscured by general myths. Myth: Nail grinders are safer than clippers. URMILA Fact: There is nothing like nail grinders are safe than clippers. Both are equally safe. But nail grinders
There are many myths surrounding training your dog. Here are the facts for some of the popular training myths. Myth: If a dog can’t learn behaviour, he is stubborn, dominant, stupid or a combination of the three. Fact: Dogs are just like people. Some dogs learn quickly while others will take time and more guidance.
By the time they are three years old, 80 percent of dogs show signs of gum disease, caused by a build up of plaque and tartar on the teeth. Regularly brushing your dog’s teeth is a great way to prevent this problem and help his teeth and gums stay healthy and it can be an
When it rains, it pours… it is the time when dogs require extra care. Here’s how to keep the monsoon blues away. Grooming for health… Keep their ears clean by using medicated wipes wrapped on your finger and do it gently. Wax flares up during more humidity. Teeth need to be kept clean but if
Like children, puppies learn at different speeds, and so as a pet parent you need to respect the individual pace of development and the fact that your puppy is still very young. 1. Learning his name: Never scream your puppy’s name – he has a very acute sense of hearing and shouting will just stress
Every breed of dog is different…there are some physical or behavioural characteristics that set them apart from other breeds. Here are EIGHT such breeds we have loved and admired! 1. Black-tongued Chow Chows…only literally! Original root: Originated from China, Chow Chow is locally known as Songshi Quan which literally means Puffy Lion Dog.
Summers are a great time to dash into water – it’s a great way to beat the heat. Even dogs love to swim. Here are a few tips to keep your pooch safe in the pool, especially those who are entering the water for the first time: Wait: Never throw your dog into the water.
Stages, causes and consequences Vomiting (or Emesis) is the forceful expulsion of the contents of one’s stomach through the mouth. Although it probably evolved as a mechanism for expelling ingested poisons, vomiting may result from many causes not related to poisoning. Here’s more on it. Stages of vomition… There are six stages of vomition. In
When we bring home a pup… we are bringing home a friend, a companion, a reliable and trustworthy member of the family. Hence, finding a healthy pup is important. Here are a few insights for adopting a healthy puppy. Case files… It’s been years since young Scamp died on a gloomy day, but the memory
