November 2008

Ask the Expert.. | Nov Dec 08

Noorie, my GSD, who is 8-year-old, is having urinary incontinence, she is otherwise very well trained but at night relieves herself in the house. Do advice. – Mrs Bose,Gurgaon There are many possible causes for urinary incontinence. First, a detailed history is necessary as it provides important clues on the type of incontinence and assists […]

Mother to the homeless

“No stray is orphan,” says Sarita Chaturvedi, the woman behind Jeevalya, an organization for the welfare of stray dogs. Moved by the plight of stray dogs and inspired by animal activist Maneka Gandhi, Sarita Chaturvedi, an entrepreneur by profession, has devoted her life for the welfare of man’s best companion, struggling hard to survive on

Schutzhund: testing traits

In the last issue, we gave a general overview of Schutzhund, a dog-training versatile sport, which is equally loved by both handler as well as the pooch. It tests his various traits including physical capabilities, such as strength, endurance, agility and scenting ability. Here’s more on the three phases of the Schutzhund competition.   What

Papillon:the butterfly dog

Dainty, royal, graceful, and distinguished by other breeds owing to their beautiful butterfly like ears, Papillon are big dogs in small packages. The y have all that you wish in your pawfect companion. They are smart, intellig ent, active and loving. Can you ask for more? Papillons are one of the oldest breed of toy

My Christmas Gifts!

Have you ever wondered what your loving pooch would want this Christmas? To find out, here’s what Amrita’s dog Heera has asked Father Christmas. Dear Santa, I have not only come into my desired loving home and family but also got a mommy who loves me a lot. Not only she shall buy gifts for

Royal Canin’s pawfect diet for a truly noble-the German Shepherd

Powerful, liverly, intelligent, loyal..the German Shepherd has many impressive qualities. An excellent guard dog, he is also a perfect rescue dog due to his exceptionally refined sense of smell. He is appreciated not just for his physical aptitude and flexible character, but also for the beauty of his black and tan coat… a perfect blend

Puppy..for the right reason

Bringing home a puppy is like bringing a baby home. This cuddly bundle of joy requires nurturing, love, attention and care. But do you have the time, passion, dedication and experience required to rear a dog? This social animal requires love and dedication. Just because you are under relentless pressure from your child who wants

Choosing the right breeder: a key to bring home the perfect pooch

While the decision of adopting a dog and pledging responsibility of his wellbeing for the rest of his life is quite a testing matter; what can be equally challenging is the entire process of fi guring out just where to adopt one from. During the course of adopting a puppy from a breeder, one must

Caring for dogs who are convalescing

If your dog has been ill or had an operation, you’ll have to give him some special care and attention. Here’s a guide to what you need to the dietary and medical needs of a recovering dog. Your dog needs sleep, rest and peace While he’s recovering, your dog may feel weak, and gets tired

Puppy health woes: prevention is better than cure

Pooch babies are prone to diseases, infections or defects, which can prove fatal. Responsible pet parenting calls for regular care and observation, which can go a long way in preventing diseases in our puppies. Here are a few common puppy health diseases, which can be easily averted by expanding our awareness aura…to make our cute

Diamonds are a dog’s best friend!!

i Love Dogs’ La Collection de Bijoux is a stunning line of dog collars that showcases over 100 carats of sparkling diamonds and exquisite jewels. These breath-taking, limited-edition collars are in a class of their own, and are most certainly the first-of -its-kind. Even the most pampered pooch will stop in his tracks for the

Supriya and Sachin Pilgaonkar

First ‘Nach Baliye’ winning Jodi – Supriya and Sachin Pilgaonkar are ardent dog lovers and Supriya proudly calls Hobo, their pet dog, a typical mama’s boy. Here, Supriya shares more about the Pilgaonkar family, which undoubtedly revolves around Hobo. The popular daughter-in-law of the comedy serial ‘Tu tu main main’ – Supriya Pilgaonkar, wife of

The mental and physical development of a puppy

The first few weeks in the life of a pup are very important as this is the time for his mental and physical development. First two weeks in a pup’s life – totally dependentDuring the neonatal period (first two weeks) of a pup’s life, the majority of his time is spent sleeping deeply and suckling

Nov Dec 2008

Editorial Breed Profile My Christmas Day Royal Canin Puppy..for the right reason Mother to the homeless Feature Pedigree Paws & Their Star Picture Perfect Product Spotlight Whelping Puppies Ask The Expert Diamonds..Dogs best friend Development of a puppy Eevents Reports Health Training Just for Fun

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