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Now, this is what we call luxury! A hi-tech bungalow in Gloucestershire has 50 percent space as a deluxe living quarter for two danes with sheepskin-lined raised beds, a lounge, a Rs 11 lakh sound system, a 52 inch plasma screen TV, a temperature-controlled spa, cameras connected to internet…what more can you ask for? The estimated cost of the luxurious Kennel is over Rs. 1.89 crore set up by a…

What’s a Valentine’s Day without gifts? Our friends from Ahmedabad share unique gift ideas for your beloved pooch. Favourite treats, a luxurious spa session, a drive in the car – these are just a few things that pet parents would like their pets to indulge on Valentine’s Day. But there are more ways to express their love…let’s see how. A pawfect Valentine… Valentine’s Day is a very special day…

Aries (Mar 21 - April 20) This little chap is loyal and trustworthy. He is a creature of habit, and likes order in life… he dislikes if his life is re-arranged. With his walks, food and treats… he likes them at the same time each day. Any delay upsets him. He also likes his favourite chair or piece of furniture so he can lounge around and feel relaxed. He’s not a pooch who would enjoy being put…

Love comes unannounced and this is what exactly happened! I never imagined that I will be a pet parent someday. It’s my daughter who taught me how to love a pet. In fact, she was always afraid of dogs but wanted to have one. I don’t know how this miracle happened in my life as my daughter’s fear of dogs has gone away and I can’t stay away from my dog. Today she can pet him lovingly – she adores…

He is your baby you can’t live without. He is your friend who walks beside you in the moments of happiness and pain. He is your companion in all activities you enjoy doing. This new year, let’s give a standing ovation for all what a pooch does for us! We all dote on our dogs and count on them for making our lives more fulfilled and delightful. But did you know that spending time with your pooch…

Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love and our pooches deserve to be loved and pampered on this day. Pet parents go all the way to pamper their dog with luxury items - be it opulent dog house or accessories… diamond studded tiara or collar… designer’s dresses or carriers… the expensive doggy gifts list is endless. Here’s a glimpse of some of the most expensive gifts showered on our darling…

When we talk about the rich ‘n’ wealthy dogs, all kids would remember Richie Rich’s Dollar – the famous fictional Dalmatian dog in Harvey Comics. This dog is spotted with dollars signs, unlike the spots of Dalmatians, and is referred to be the world’s wealthiest dog. But now, we have new millionaire pooches, who are just basking in the glory of affluence. Here are a few who top the list of world’s…

Forget about superman or other mythical superheroes, the real superheroes are here… right in front of us. They can see in the dark, hear things from 420 meters away, run over 72 kilometres per hour, and pull over eight times their body weight. Some can even jump over eight meters, and are dirt and fireproof. And to top things off, they’re our best friends. Yes! We are talking about the canine…

Seven is the basis of several auspicious occasions and things in the world. Be it the wonders of the world; continents; colours in the rainbow; days in a week or basic musical notes. Woof! Seven is surely a great number and as we turn seven this month, we decided to share the positive powers of seven with all our proud pet parents. All proud pet parents want to add hues of happiness to their…

He is your friend, your partner, your defender–Your Dog! You are his love, his life, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. –Author Unknown Here’s how Sheeba woofs her way in... Battle half won… It was the night of celebration for Verma family. After months of arguments and pleading by the kids and his wife Ruma, Ravi had agreed to get a pup home. He was…

Agility A mentally-stimulating dog sport in which a dog handler directs a dog through an obstacle course. A perfect showcase of man-canine co-ordination through voice, body and movement! Bed Your pooch’s bed is his personal space – get him a warm, cosy bed according to his size with washable covers. Keep his bed clean and put it in sunlight from time to time to deodorise it. Gift him a comfy lil’…

January 2011 New Year resolutions This new year (and all those that will follow), let’s resolve to be as committed to our pooches as they are to us. Since they depend on us for all their needs, it is our responsibility to take care of them in the best possible way. Well, it’s a small price we pay for their unconditional love and care!!! February 2011 Valentine pooch Valentine’s Day is a day to…

Dan Borris is a well-known photographer, widely recognised for his portraitures, which have appeared in many leading magazines as well as used by many corporates. Interestingly, Dan didn't get into dog photography (other than personal photos of his own dog!) until he started on the Yoga Dogs project. "That was about four years ago... and I've learned a lot since then!" he said. The million-dollar…

Pets in childhood: Never had a pet as a child. Calvin and Hobbes are my first pets. Any special favourite: Though I love them both, Hobbes, the Golden Retriever, is close to me! Incident you would like to share: When we first took them to swimming, it was a treat as they are natural swimmers. Hobbes loved the water; he kept diving in and out! Calvin, the Lab, was as lazy as ever, swimming a bit…

Our furry friends are considered to be the best conversation starters who help their human friends know each other. There are instances of people even getting married through conversations started by their pooches. Let’s find out how it happened! Dogs are man’s best friends. I’m sure that many a time you must have come across this term. But have you ever heard of people saying ‘Dogs are…

Dear Diary, It’s time to type out my TV trauma. My two-legged parents call it ‘idiot box’. Yet they gather in front of it every night... hypocritical hawks! Grrrhmphhh…! My two-legged siblings call it ‘time-pass’. After all, to not be tuned in to the latest sporting drama is a faux pas. Coming to the point... My opinion of the good ol’ television…I call it ‘Temptation Island!’ Yes it’s even better…

Man’s association with dogs dates back to centuries. The ubiquitous dog has been considered man’s best friend for as long as this universe existed. So, have our Gods also felt the canine love? Sure, here’s more on our legendary canines! Pooches in Hindu mythology Animals have played a significant role in Hindu mythology. Almost all Gods and Goddesses worshipped by the Hindus have been…

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 fact. At the Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Stanley Coren, a…

While many of you, would be counting what you and your beloved pooch have in common, here are a few scientifically proven facts about the similarities we have with our pooches. Only two of us have prostates: Dogs and humans are the only living beings who have prostates. What’s more, even the canine prostate gland and its diseases are very similar to that of humans. We both can be a lefty…

Spend the lazy summer afternoons, watching a doggie flick which both you and your pooch would like. Here’s a list of top 10 most admired doggie movies. Summers have set in…the scorching heat deters you and your pooch to spend more time outdoors. But despair not for there would just be few things which could be more fun than curling up on the couch with your furred friend and bond over a movie.…