Editorial

We Can Decipher You - They are emotionally and socially intelligent, have great problem-solving skills, can follow human voice and gestures. Dogs have evolved with humans over thousands of years hence are capable of DECODING emotions in human interactions. No wonder they can understand our emotional expressions. Sparkle definitely knows the time to leave the room when he notices my angry emotions!…

How selflessly and loyally our K-9 companions have been giving protection to us and our surroundings, since time immemorial. It’s their dedicated protective nature that endorses them as the Sentry Sentinels for wildlife protection too; Madhya Pradesh has maximum number of dog squads trained by Traffic India for forest departments—five at present, asking for three more. Likewise, other states like…

Dogs come in so many different shapes, sizes, colours, breeds, Pedigrees, stray friends... but they have one thing in common—LOVE, which is TRUE and ETERNAL... one cannot ask for more... because you get LOVE, which is UNADULTERATE, pure and in ABUNDANCE. It surrounds you, fills your heart and soul with joy. Eyes do say it all and there is no room for words! Dogs are truly special and have…

Sparkle’s first Diwali – the little bundle was just about two and a half months old. We tried our best to save him from the ordeal – but exhaustion & tension of the noise – led to the little one finding himself a safe corner and guess where? In a shoe where he snuggled his nose and ears in and then slept. Ever since these tiny paws came home, it’s been – FOR YOU I WILL – to keep you safe and…

We all are Truly Dog Blessed because we are all completely canine crazy and we at Dogs & Pups are really happy that you are holding our 11th Anniversary Issue – with passion, love, care and commitment together – we all will take care of our Magic Paws. Magic Paws add love, laughter, joy, meaning...and so much more. One of the best feelings I get is when Sparkle chooses me and wants to come and…

Magical Eyes – Ever wonder why you melt, give in, or just find those drooling doggy eyes – simply irresistible? Does thegaze, the look, the melting eyes just captivate and spellbind your heart? There is no escape...best is you are happily smitten and completely under their charm and spell. Well, there’s now a scientific evidence for the same. Japanese researchers have found that dogs when…

What amazes me is how Sparkle greets us ‘Good-Morning’ everyday – so much excitement and exuberance every morning. He rushes up to me and Suhaan (my son) as if saying ‘WHERE WERE YOU? I have missed you so much and am meeting you after so long’. The feeling is so special when I see my Springer spring to us, cuddle and sniff us awake. Both me and Suhaan really look forward to this. In fact, if…

Love is a loving heart, a wagging tail, a wet nose, heart melting eyes, somebody who greets you with a jump and a spring! Each one of us who has ever loved a Dog knows the meaning of unconditional love. Love is specially best when it comes to you - unannounced - this specially happens when I meet ‘STARRY’- my favourite brown and white very handsome pariah. My heart sure does smile looking at his…

Treasure your dog as he treasures you. He senses your each and every move not to forget your emotions, tone of your voice- specially when you need that cold nose and cuddle- enquiring if all is great. They always have that- I AM THEIR....and I CAN HELP. In school – I lost a camera while on a picnic- on returning home, sitting on the dining table was very upset. My little four-legged friend (a…

HEARTFELT HAPPINESS TO ALL - our team is jumping, sniffing, prancing with joy - as you hold our 10th Anniversary Edition. “Knowledge is a treasure, but practice is the key to it.” –Lao Tzu, each edition of Dogs & Pups has been bought out with passion to empower you to do the right 'practice' for your pet. It has been a fascinating journey of celebrating LOVE, which is unconditional, eternal…

Must watch - Swedish House Mafia - Save The World, the video catches the protective instincts of dogs beautifully. On witnessing crime - one dog calls all the others - they not only save but comfort the victims. Our superhero canines - always make us happy and definitely make the world a better place! To ensure their happiness, it's very important to learn their body language and needs - and…

Love and time is what our furry angels need. This is true for both our pets and our delightfully expressive stray guardians. Do think of the amount of time you actually spend with them- keeping your daily activities/routine in mind. The moments you spend with them- you can see the happiness in their eyes and heart. Sparkle ensures he gets his daily dose of pampering by all- if someone is busy he…

Sparkle’s cuddle made me think- Why God made dogs? - the answer was simple for Happiness and Hugs, Love and Loyalty, Friendship and Fun, to Give and to be Grateful. Our Furry Gurus teach us a lot more- Mindfulness, Compassion, Perseverance, Never Give up Attitude, Express - wag when you’re happy, growl or give warning signals when you’re not. Simply put - Be true and be you. Sniff for the daily…

The first day of your pup/dog is very special. Happy homecoming is possible only with planning and doing the right thing - read, talk, explore. A lot of activities happen before the arrival of the pup- and a lot of work afterwards. It’s a new environment for him - people, smells, places to explore - they need extra love, care and attention. It requires patience, time and loads of love, but believe…

A new breed of pet parents has emerged- those who get trained by their dogs and their hilarious habits. But if you think of it- which I am pretty sure- Sparkle must be finding each and every habit of mine hilarious. The habits, I am sure, he likes of me are when I take him out, food time or play time. Otherwise I wonder what he thinks. My son keeps telling me that it would be so nice to know what…

Dogs make our life beautiful! The moment you open your heart to them...there is no looking back. You get completely smitten by the melting eyes, the wagging tail, the happy gait, the demanding bark.... The joy you experience in simple things is beyond comparison. Each antic is a story to tell; each achievement a feather in your cap. All the jumping, tearing, chewing partially leave you exasperated…

Like the jingle Har ek friend zaroori hota hai, friendship takes us forward. Expression & care is the key. We are even luckier to share this bond with our four-legged canine friends in our homes and around us. While growing up, I shared my heart and home with Beauty and Teddy. Beauty, a black Labrador, was like a little black bear when she came to us and grew to be a lady of charm. Teddy on…

All those who are blessed with a pooch would definitely agree that pooches are more than smart – not only in their looks and mannerisms but also emotionally and intellectually. They know when we are home, they are there to greet us at the door. They know when and how to plead to get their favourite treat or a walk down the street. They keep us on our toes and teach us not to be lazy. These…

New Year is not just the beginning of a new calendar, but it is much more – new hopes, new aspirations, new resolutions, etc – in fact, it gives us an opportunity to jump with joy and start afresh. A UK survey was recently conducted to find how important pets are for pooch lovers, especially women and there were some interesting findings. As many as 25 percent women would dump a man if their pet…

"A dog doesn't care if you're rich or poor, big or small, young or old. He doesn't care ifby, Shweta Khurana you're not smart, not popular, not a good joke-teller, not the best athlete, nor the best-looking person. To your dog, you are the greatest, the smartest, the nicest human being who was ever born. You are his friend and protector." – Louis Sabin We all know how true it is...we are the world…