Paw Times

When destiny portrays her darker side, she gets extremely unfair. As it happened with us, when we lost our 13-year-old Labrador named Ginger. We all curse that moment, when we bought her local chews that cost her life and left us bereaved. Ginger was suffering from a kidney infection, and was…

Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He is working for WALTHAM as Regional Associate for South Asia. Q : I have an eight-month-old male Persian white cat who is very active, eats well but has got eye discharge. Please advise. – PV Rhea Dr. K. G. Umesh : There are…

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…

We were planning to holiday in Manali. The preparation was in full swing and the flight and hotel bookings were done. This was when my pet dog ‘Max’ came and sat with hands over my suitcase, looking at me with wet eyes. Why was he so sad - probably he had realized that we were leaving him behind.…

I’ve wondered many times as to how little things in life can carry so much love, joy and most importantly warmth...to enlighten a household that remained cold even during the hottest season of the year...such a house was ours, till July 2006. I remember precisely! It was 6 days before my birthday…

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…

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…

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 Kalpaka…

Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He is working for WALTHAM as Regional Associate for south Asia. Q: Please let me know about breeding in cats. - Shekhar C Bhurke, Satara Dr. K.G. Umesh: Female cats generally have their first season during 6 and 9 months of…

Labs are high-spirited and good-tempered four-legged buddies and I am blessed by one such sparkling gem. Bruno, my 3-year-old Lab, true to his nature… is very hyperactive and playful…ask anytime of the day, he is rocking…ready to roll. His unmatched gait and grandeur add more to his beauty…perhaps…

His name is Sammy, but Aunty Kamala calls him Samosa. My Russian student cuddles him and calls him Samka, an affectionate term that means “Little Sam.” Sammy, an American Eskimo dog, has been gifted with a white coat, soft as silk, smoky eyes outlined in black look as if an expert make-up artist…

Life was weary, tiring and lonely, I needed a companion on my way. Now I have someone to show where to go, I just let him lead the way. Sometimes I need care and love, all I have to do is just look into his eyes. Sometimes I need a hand to hold, and his furry paws are all mine. When no one is…

Dogs are emotional beings and they crave for love and attention from their human parents. Like children, dogs should not be handed over to anybody. It is highly stressful for them if they are deprived of the company of the person they bond with. Adopting a dog is a commitment for his life. They can…

Q : Please give me some information on female dog heat cycle. When is the right time to get Lucy, my 3-month-old Pomeranian, spayed? – Tara Verma, Patna Dr. K.G. Umesh : Puppies usually have their first heat at about 6 months of age. However this can vary from breed to breed (4 months gto 18…

Muffin, my pet kitty is different...for all the good reasons, for sure. She is our loving furry friend. She came as a small ball of fur to us, when she was just one and half month old. One look at her, and we all fell for her and her cuddly cute antics further made us go crazy about her. We have two…

Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray this cushy life to keep. I pray for toys that look like mice, and sofa cushions, soft and nice. For grocery bags where I can hide, just like a tiger, crouched inside! I pray for gourmet kitty snacks, and someone nice to scratch my back. For windowsills, all warm…

My name is: Saraswati Rao My buddy’s name: Mothi Male My buddy’s breed: Indian domesticated shorthair My buddy’s age: 6 years My buddy’s funniest habit: Shaking hand...which is quite unusual for kitties List of activity we both like doing the most: We play with paper balls, run and chase and then…

Dr. K. G. Umesh (MVSc, MSc (UK)) is a Postgraduate in Clinical Medicine. He is working for WALTHAM as Regional Associate for south Asia. Q : Which are the common diseases that cats suffer from and how can we prevent them? – Dr. Chandan Kumar, Ranchi Dr. K. G. Umesh : Besides fleas and ticks,…

I sometimes wonder why is it that humans do not have that patience and the unconditional kind of love, which a dog exhibits. My Bruni is an epitome of unconditional love, patience and naughtiness. She lights up everyday of my life with her antics. There is not a single day that I do not learn from…

‘Daughters are the God’s best gift to anyone’…indeed a nice thought and nicer would be the experience of sharing lives with them. Sonahk (Lhasa Apso) and S Kavin Mughi are our two lovely angels…they are our priceless possessions. Sonahk has filled our lives with innumerable joys by becoming the…