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This festive time, pamper your tail wagger with these 'must haves'. Love the leash While choosing a leash, it is essential to keep in mind the breed and size of your dog. Smaller breeds should have a lighter weight leash as compared to the bigger breeds. Wide strong leashes are better and are easier to restrain bigger dogs. Quality and safety should not be compromised upon. Best fit for…

Be it for a music company, sport club, commercial ad, educational institute, movie production house... canines are presented as popular mascots all over the world. Here picked up some of the popular dog mascots which every one of us sees now and then in our day-to-day life. Who else in India doesn’t hum the ‘You & I’ ad jingle of Hutch mobile service (now Vodafone)? The ad features a…

Lucy is not allowed in the family room, Tiger has to spend most of his time in the balcony and there is nobody to talk to poor Coco. Bubbles once adopted by the family now only spends her time in the guard room at the gate. They are not abandoned street or stray dogs….they are pets of people like you and me. Read on... People sometimes adopt pup thinking, “Oh! How adorable?” or “My…

Canines are known for their strong intuitive powers and sharp intelligence. Their ability to ‘smell’ and ‘hear’ in extraordinary ways gives them superpower to perform several phenomenal activities. Dogs are known for their strong instinctive intelligence. In this article, we shall be unveiling the various aspects of dog intelligence. How many times have you seen your dog waiting at the door,…

A sketch by Vijay in Secunderabad for his mother Dr Suchitra pampering her furry daughter Shakira.

Life is uncertain and as a responsible pet parent, you can create a back-up plan for your pooch’s future, in case something untoward happens. Here’s how to do it. Emergency caretakers: Identify at least two friends/relatives who can take care of your pooch in case of emergency. Provide them complete information about your pet – his diet, his vet’s number, any health issues, care…

Pooches always seem to amaze us by their crazy antics, interesting characteristics and their bond with humans. Here are 10 Amazing Facts, which perhaps some of you might not know. 01  Just for you buddy Have you heard all-time famous The Beatles’ song A Day in The Life? Well, there is an ultrasonic whistle at the end of the song, which is audible only to dogs. This sound was recorded by Paul…

From guarding our homes to being our most faithful mates, the bonding between dogs and humans has come a long way. Be it Hachiko and his unmatchable loyalty or Marley and his never ending goof ups, canines have been and shall always be an integral part of our lives. But today we will be talking about how dogs have helped humans through various activities. Before you start reading this, it…

Jack assumed ‘freedom’ was all about living in the open areas like his stray friend Tommy. He was on the run one gloomy night, leaving his pet parent Nysa behind, to experience the world outside. Read on...    I stood at the threshold of the boundary gate after my early morning breakfast, with my muzzle hemmed between the two iron rods of the wicket gate. While my eyes made all the effort to move…

You must have heard people complaining that they work like dogs or they are living a dog’s life, but have you ever realised the fun that is involved in being a dog and all the perks they enjoy. The setting –  it’s about to be 8:30 am, you have to leave for work and are rushing in order to be on time. Grabbing the breakfast to stuff in on the way, you look around to check if you have taken…

We all know how important a name is to us, same is with your pooch. Here’s how to make the transition smooth for your dog. Fine to rename: It is ok to rename a dog as he may have bitter experiences with his old name. Select a name: Though it is better to select a name which rhymes with his previous name, but you can choose a name that all family members agree on. Bribe him, literally: Whenever…

New Year is a time to look back at all the good things in our life and of course plan for the next year. Our pooches make our life beautiful…there’s never a dull moment when they are around. So, this New Year, let’s recollect the good habits we learn from them. My pet dog Bruno (a Beagle), who is now five years old, has been with us since he was just 32days old. The five years of life that we have…

Winters are here...kids are looking forward to their winter vacations. Cold waves, warm bedding – who wants to go out? How about some lovely pooch movies to keep boredom at bay? What’s more? Let your tailwagger curl up by your side, while you both enjoy these beautiful movies. Movies are a fun way to treat and train animals. Some movies are with a message that spread awareness about adopting dogs.…

Petville Pet Store in Pune is committed to offer the best shopping destination for stylish pet products. A dog bed, feeding bowl, collar and leash, T-shirt or sweater, raincoats, traveling bags, bandannas… here is the list of ‘must have’ accessories that you can make a style statement with your pet. Walk in style Whether it is a daily walk, a party or a fashion event, make a style statement with a…

The festive season is the perfect time to let your loved ones know how special they are to you. Then your furry baby is on the top of your list! Here’s a list of items wherefrom you can pick up a waggy New Year gift for your pooch. Every year, I get my dog Sara many presents that I think are awesome. But for once, I decided to sit back, and reflect on what she would love to have. Here’s what Sara…

Billa lost his mother and siblings when he was just a small pup. He recollects here some of his painful memories of growing up lonely and uncaring before he finally found love and a home… I am Billa. I came here as a puppy with my mother and siblings – three brothers and three sisters. But they all perished – some starved to death, some by motor accidents and some because evil boys in the…

Pup cakes, liver cookies, beefy bites, fish cakes, apple and pumpkin cakes... Here are some mouth-watering treats from pet bakeries. It’s not a new thing that pet parents have always loved their furry friends as an integral part of their family. What does seem to be more of a recent trend however are dog bakeries across the country which offer innovative treats for all times and celebrations.…

Tell any pet parent that three is a crowd and all you’ll get is a pair of raised eyebrows or a sound lecture on how that holds no good. Look around and you wouldn’t be surprised at homes that have more than one pet – homes that thrive on a lot of woofs and wags, along with the love and licks. Parul Chandra’s two dogs – a German Shepherd and a Pomeranian – and herself is a single woman working out…

Cherished memories remain forever in life! And when you are blessed with a pooch, there are many such moments. Here, a few of our pet parents share their unforgettable moments with their furry babies. Gift of life – the greatest gift! Happiness comes in small packages....true! “My greatest moment during my days of pet parenting was the day when Goldie, my Lhasa Apso female, gave birth to six cute…