November 2009

Life’s a golden party!

I have been married for two years and both of us were struggling to balance our careers and social life, leaving us with hardly any time to catch a breath. Our life found a whole new meaning when we mutually decided to get home our first pup – a Golden Retriever named Zack. Suddenly we […]

I am the best

Hello everybody! Are you ready? I’m going to tell you, About me and my family. My name is “PANTHER”, And for strangers, I’m a danger. As my name suggests, my nature, I have a royal gait and posture. I’m a German Shepherd male, When I charge, everyone turns pale. In my family, I’m the youngest.

Welcome to our abode!

If you are planning to bring home an adorable kitty, then it’s your responsibility to make transition easy for your loving feline. Here’s more on how to make the physical environment conducive for this little angel. Kittens in a new home deserve time to get used to their new situation, gain confidence and start bonding

Mischievous Cat? He just might be bored

Mr. Whiskers has done it again: He’s knocked over the potted plants, batted belongings off the dresser and chased people around the house. Cats like Mr. Whiskers aren’t just rebellious. Sometimes, they’re just bored. Signs of boredom Those who share their home with a cat might be under the impression that their companion lolls about

‘Cat’ch her in the act

If you observe your kitty closely, you can know exactly what she has on mind. Here are a few behaviours she displays and what they mean… If you are blessed with a cat, you inherently know when she is happy to see you and when she is angry, fearful or upset. Here are a few

Kitty allergies

Our furry angels love to keep themselves neat and clean but still sometimes, they can suffer from skin allergies. Here are some of the most common types of skin allergies.   Cats are not usually born with allergies but they can develop after prolonged exposure to whatever the irritant might be. They are allergic to

Ask the expert..Nov-Dec 09

Q: What are the behaviour changes in cats with respect to climate and food? Dr Sunil Kumar C, Thalassery, Kerala   Dr KG Umesh: Cats are true carnivores. They generally prey items, which are rich in water, protein & fat and low in carbohydrate and have no requirement for plant materials. Cats can not taste

A spayed cat is a healthy cat

If you do not wish to breed your feline friend, it is always advisable to get her spayed. Spaying not only prevents unnecessary litters but it also helps in preventing your feline friend from deadly diseases like pyometra. I first saw Shy, a timid cat, at the animal shelter in obvious pain with a large

Australian Mist: Most adorable!

The Australian Mist is one of the most lovable feline breeds. What makes them so lovable is their ability to get along well with all–toddlers, young and old. Best of the gene pool The Australian Mist proudly wears the label ‘Made in Australia’. They have been developed by Dr Truda Straede for more than twenty

Ask the expert….| Nov Dec 09

Q: Joey, my six-year-old Pomeranian was well toilet trained but since past six months, she has forgotten everything. In fact she loves our carpet in the drawing room and relieves herself there. Please advise. – Tarun Bhatnagar, Chandigarh Dr. K. G. Umesh: It is not unusual for dogs to have an occasional accident in the

Recognising and loving our Indian Treasure Forever

The proud heritage… India boasts of approximately fifty breeds of dogs of which only five are recognised by the Kennel Club of India. From the deserts to the mountains and from the tropical forests to the harsh rocky plateaus, each terrain is represented by its own unique breed of dogs well suited to its climatic

Why did you go, Nancy?

The proud heritage… Nancy was a lovely white-brown stray dog who came into my life during my internship in a village. We loved to Nancy spend time with each other in the evening, during which, she used to chase goats and look for words of appreciation from me. Those were the golden moments gradually, Nancy

Your K9: the whiz kid!

If you think, humans can only understand arithmetic, then you are wrong because our pooches can count upto five and do simple arithmetic calculations as well! If you have a two-year-old child and a pooch at home, you must have felt it many times that both are equally intelligent. Well, it is now a proven

Paws for thought It’s tough-when it’s time to go…

Bruno, a 14-year-old Golden Retriever, was not fine and his pet parent called me for a home visit. Bruno was Dr. Pradeep Sheoran suffering from chronic renal failure, I patted his head and he made a brave effort to wag his tail. Bruno’s sufferings were unbearable. His pet parent couldn’t see his miserable condition. She

Healing naturally with love!

In this fast-paced lifestyle, it is common for us and our loved ones, including our pooches, to suffer from aches and pains. Imagine the benefits of having a tool that you can use to help yourself and your loved ones to feel better in a completely natural way. Quantum-Touch is one such tool, which is

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