July 2007

Combating stress level in felines

An ideal home should be a penetralia of peace and we all have dreams about it. It should be a place where you can retreat after a bad day at work. Let’s make our home purrfect for our felines as well. Here are a few ways to make life stress-free for our felines. Just like […]

Declawing cats: more than just a manicure

People choose to declaw their cats for a number of reasons: some are frustrated with shredded drapes or furniture, some are worried about being scratched, and others simply feel that a declawed cat is easier to live with. In many cases, cats are declawed preemptively, as a part of a spay/neuter package offered by veterinarians,

Kalpaka: the amazing survivor

Our heart bleeds when we witness the life of our loved ones slip away from us. I also stared at the startling reality when my little white kitty Kalpaka fought with the messenger of death. But I was fortunate to get this bundle of joy back and fill my life again with happiness. I met

What your cat’s body communicates?

Love is a communion of hearts and needs no language… While two souls are bonded with love, silence becomes the most beautiful thing between them… a look or a gentle caress speaks thousands of words. However…while sharing quality time with our kitty cats, we all wish they could speak. Truly, they speak to us but

Tips for a cool and confident kitty

For the healthy development of the kittens, it is important that they stay with the mother till they are eight weeks old. Socialize kittens as they react more readily in the presence of the mother cat. Kittens who are not socialized become scared and stressed and the chances of succumbing to diseases grow larger. The

Turkish Angora… a purr poetry in motion

They are beautiful… like an angel, loving… like cupid, mighty…like a king and healthy…like an athlete. Royal charisma… Elegant, brilliant and loving are the purrfect words to describe the Turkish Angora. Elegant…. Oh yes! A lithe Turkish Angora sits up regally on her long, finely boned legs, a silken sheen of gossamer fur dripping from

We have turned three!

As a child learns walking, taking one step at a time, ‘Dogs & Pups’ also started its journey three years back. Step by step, we have managed to ‘woof’ into the hearts of like-minded readers, who wish to give their canines the best of everything – love, care, nutrition, health, grooming, training – not to

‘Save Our Souls’ The pariahs’ appeal

‘Save Our Souls’ The pariahs’ appeal I was on my way back from the doctor when I saw her first. She looked weak and thin, just half a month old, she was already a bag of bones. I stopped the car and bought a pack of biscuits. I offered her a biscuit but though she

DANCE with the MUSIC…

Foot-tapping music, a couple with perfect chemistry on the dance floor, dancing to the tune, two feet and four paws… surprised, no don’t be, we mean it. Share the dance floor with your canine and let the music play. What do you expect when you combine music, choreogra-phy, teamwork, artistry, constuming, style and obedience training

A peek at an exotic doggy destination

A peek at an exotic doggy destination – The Kahala Hotel & Resorts, Hawaii Picture a luxurious resort set on a secluded beach, packed with all that is required for a perfect holiday with loved ones. When we say loved ones, we mean all – family as well as sweet canine. The Kahala Hotel &

Ask the expert | July Aug 07

Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He has been a lecturer in clinical medicine at Vet College in Bangalore for 15 years, and has won the ‘best teacher’ award in the year 2000. He is a member of European Society for Vet Dermatology and is presently working for

Woof! Let’s gorge on Cinnamon treats!

Let’s satiate our pooches’ taste buds with delectable delicacies to make them healthy ‘n’ happy. The nutritious mouthwatering recipes will definitely add more zest to our doggies’ fun loving spirits. So unfold your apron and dust your cooking cap, barge into the kitchen, and get going… cook fresh and healthy homemade cookies for them. Yes!

Krishna Ashram : pariahs’ paradise

The busy city life moves really fast, and we are so preoccupied with our regular nitty-gritty that we hardly find any time for animal welfare. Before giving a positive nod to this statement, just think again. For here’s a glaring example for us, right here in Delhi – Rita Singh, a successful businesswoman and founder

Canine liver disease

Think for a moment about filters. They extract impurities from liquids or air. That’s exactly what the liver does, too. (Of course, it does much more than that!) Like us, our dog’s entire blood supply filters through his liver for the removal of waste products. And given the complexity of the liver’s function, no wonder

The truth and myths behind rabies

Rabies is one of the most dreaded diseases. Here, The Welfare of Stray Dogs (WSD) attempts to demystify this gruesome disease, rabies. Q : What is rabies? Which part of the body does it affect? A : Rabies is a fatal viral disease, which affects the central nervous system. It causes inflammation of the brain,

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