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A vet’s job is tough, often tougher than a human doctor’s because a vet’s patient cannot speak. A visit to the vet’s can turn out to be a very stressful process for the owner, the vet as well as the pet. But a pet parent can do a lot to ease the tension and make the diagnosis and treatment of his pooch easier by keeping the following things in mind. 1. Always carry your pet’s records with you…

Seven is the basis of several auspicious occasions and things in the world. Be it the wonders of the world; continents; colours in the rainbow; days in a week or basic musical notes. Woof! Seven is surely a great number and as we turn seven this month, we decided to share the positive powers of seven with all our proud pet parents. All proud pet parents want to add hues of happiness to their…

Hypothyroidism is one of the endocrine disorders in dogs that can be quite challenging to diagnose but is easy to treat. Here’s more on this canine disorder. Hypothyroidism is a clinical condition that results from inadequate production and release of tetraiodothyronine (levothyroxine, T4) and tri-iodothyronine (liothyronine, T3) by the thyroid gland and characterised by a generalised decrease in…

It is assumed that salt products are bad for dogs, causing problems such as high blood pressure or kidney failure or even skin diseases and hair fall. But, is salt really bad for dogs? The facts… Salt is present in our pet products to ensure the essential nutrients sodium and chloride are present at the required levels. It is not a flavour enhancer for dogs and is not added to increase…

“It’s raining, it’s pouring, everything is boring!” Rainy days with stir-crazy kids and dogs can try your sanity. When your kids wail that there’s nothing fun to do, have them try some of these simple games with the family dog. Hansel & Gretel Trails: This is a really basic activity, but kids love it! Give your children a small bowl of treats and tell them to create a trail for the dog to…

Just like our feet need care, our dog’s paws also need to be clean and well. Paws can get cut, scratched, ticks, etc and have foreign objects embedded in them. Here’s how to keep a check… After every outdoor activity, clean your dog’s paws with a wash cloth, warm water or dip the paw in warm water bowl. This will wash away the dirt, thorns, stones lodged between digits and the hair. Taking care of…

Don’t blame your dog if he is not behaving right…his behaviour problems can stem from the environment he has been reared in, his socialisation and may be even because of your behaviour with him. Observe and act... Dog behaviour is as complicated, or more, as human behaviour. Though they lack the ability to talk, they manage to convey a lot through the display of various kinds of behaviour. As a…

How well do you know your puppy? Dependlnq on the size or the breed of your Dog, his Growth will vary in intensity and duration. Butwhatever the case, this period remains crucial because it conditions his adult life. l eedlnq him well, means respectlnq his particular needs, while malntatnlng a perfect balance,without excess or deficiencies. Write the answers to the hints in the cases & Qet a…

Happy, jovial and loving – a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog (GSMD) craves attention and human company. But, this is not the breed for everyone as they need a master with strong leadership skills. If you have the skills to handle him, bingo…you have an ideal family pet. Perhaps the most striking aspect about the GSMDs is their size and beautiful three-colour coat. But, before you bring home a GSMD,…

One of the most popular dog breeds, Labrador Retrievers not only make excellent companions but are also popular as working and assistance dogs. Zanjeer, a Labrador, detected arms and ammunitions used in 1993 Mumbai serial blasts while Lucky and Flo sniffed nearly two million pirated counterfeit DVDs in Malaysia. Former US President Bill Clinton had Labradors Buddy and Seamus as part of his family…