Sept Oct 24

How do you make your indoor kitty’s life a purrfect blend of comfort and adventure? Here’s a sassy guide to keeping your feline friend happy and healthy. - by Mitu Paul In the age of rising urbanization, it seems our feline friends are trading their days of wild adventure for cozy naps on the living room couch. Gone are the days when cats roamed the streets, catching prey and scaling rooftops…

Cats and their unabridged affinity for fish is something most pet parents know about. But did you know that feeding raw fish to your feline friend can pose a great threat to her health? Know more about Gnathostoma in cats. – by Dr. S.T. Bino Sundar, Dr. K. Jeeva, Dr. M. Aravind and Dr. P.N. Richard Jagatheesan Consumption of raw fish by cats can lead to one of the lesser-known and…

When we think of cats as pets, we often perceive them as our playful cute companions. They never fail to amuse us with their playful tricks and funny antics. But if you are an experienced pet parent, you know that felines can be fussy eaters and may give their caregivers a hard time! The problem is not a problem, if we could understand the peculiar eating habits of our feline friend and…

This comprehensive guide will delve into hairballs, exploring their causes, symptoms, prevention strategies, and when to seek veterinary assistance. – by Dr. Diva Dhingra Felines are the epitome of elegance and grace, meticulously grooming themselves to maintain their impeccable appearance. However, this fastidious habit can lead to an unpleasant and potentially hazardous issue – hairballs.…

Scratching is a feline behavior that most pet parents find annoying. No pet parent wants to come home to find their upholstery or favorite piece of clothing torn to shreds. Follow these tips to manage your cat’s scratching behavior. - by Nitya Ramchandran Scratching is an instinctive tendency among cats and thus, cannot be prevented. But it can certainly be managed! The itch to scratch! All…

Cat food is uniquely formulated to meet the specific dietary needs of felines, which are quite different from those of dogs. Find out how cat food differs from dog food and give your feline friend the nutrition they deserve! - by Dr. Ameen Ghouri When comparing cats and dogs, several key differences emerge, particularly in behaviour, care requirements, dietary needs, and the kinds of…

Taurine is an amino acid that is naturally present in the body. It plays an important role in maintaining your feline friend’s overall health. Read on and learn about the benefits of taurine for your pet. - by Dr. Prashant Roakade, Dr. Ankur Pandey, Dr. Akshat Kaushik, Dr. Aryak Mishra Taurine is a sulfonic amino acid, i.e., a sulfonic acid moiety is found in the usual carboxylic acid…

Meet Chonkie – the internet sensation, who’ll win your heart with his cuteness and funny antics. – by Sanjana Basnet Chonkie and his homecoming Chonkie came to me as my birthday present. He was almost 4 months old when he came to me. Timid and tiny! He’s a year old now and was the last kitten of the litter, probably waiting for me to welcome him into my arms. There’s a twist though. There…

Kidney problems are a common and serious health concern in dogs. Here is a comprehensive guide that will help you identify the symptoms, and delve deeper into diagnosis and treatment methods so that you are aware and can act promptly. – by Dr Anshula Somvanshi Kidney disease, or renal disease, occurs when the kidneys lose their ability to function properly. The kidneys are crucial for…

The American Association of Veterinarians of Indian Origin (AAVIO) held its annual meeting in Washington, D.C., on September 21, with members and past presidents attending from New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina, along with special guests Dr. Mahesh Katra from Jaipur (Rajasthan) and Dr. Vijay Kumar Sinha from Patna (Bihar), India. The gathering was…