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2020 has been a tough year nd we are hoping to see a brighter and healthier future. Here’s celebrating unconditional love in the festive spirit for our 99th issue. Bundle up with a hot chocolate and doggie snuggles because ‘tis the season for joy and merrymaking.  –by Kritika Manchanda The holiday season always brings cheer and happiness. But this year when things are a little slow, why not…

The feeling of safety when you see an officer in uniform is something that we all have felt. But today we’re saluting our special heroes, who might not wear a uniform but are brave officers! Talking about the unparalleled support that Service Dogs provide and how they use their powerful senses, intelligence, and understanding to save lives and be the brave hearts – indeed the nation’s pride. …

With festivals just round the corner, followed by Christmas and New Year’s eve, we all our sure to be excited and gearing up for the celebrations. While our pets are equally excited to see us happy, it is time to take some precautions for stress-free festivities for them. –by Varsha Verma While this time of the year is quite happening with all the festivals, celebrations, etc, it is quite…

Remember that childhood wish a lot of us had – speaking to all the animals and understanding what they’re trying to say. Well in the 21st century and wishes do become reality. As an animal communicator I am trying to decipher what these lovely beings are trying to convey to us humans. –by Ashwiinii Salve I have been an animal communicator/ animal whisperer for about 5 years. It was my…

Dogs are man’s best friend and a house becomes home only with paws. They bring loyalty and unconditional love. –by Dr Yerramareddy Roopa and Dr Rajesh Kasrija There are so many breeds to choose from, but selection of a pup is based on choices and circumstances of pet parents. You need to keep various factors in mind – budget, breed, gender, and time you can devote, etc. Don’t just bring home…

Leaving Paw Prints on Your Heart, One Image at a Time The No. 1 rule of being a pet parent is to have your photo gallery filled with your pet’s pictures. If possible, we wouldn’t miss to document any of those fleeting yet beautiful moments of our beloved pets, be it their funny faces, toothy grins, wet noses, hanging tongues, or wagging tails. And let’s give ourselves a pat on back in…

Shweta with Sparkle Sparkle Kritika with Romeo Romeo It’s true that you teach your pet many tricks, but there are so many life lessons that these furry friends teach us. Without saying a word, they teach us life lessons and in return expect nothing but abundance of love. 1. The reward of patience is always sweet Whether it’s patiently waiting for a treat, car ride, or waiting to hug you…

Dogs never fail to amaze us. Here are a few fantastic facts about 16 different breeds of dogs, which make us look at them with awe and admiration. –Varsha Verma 1. Ode to oldest Salukis: The royal dog of Egypt or Saluki, is perhaps the oldest known breed of domesticated dog. Historians have found their existence to 329 BC when Alexander the Great invaded India. In southern Iraq, there found…

COLLAR Company, an internationally acclaimed dog collar manufacturer from Europe, has been on the market for 24 years, distributing its products in more than 60 countries. The company’s own R&D department continuously generates new products in great demand across Europe, Asia and America. Yuriy Sinitsa, Founder & CEO of COLLAR Company, explains how they are dealing with COVID-19…

Summertime means beautiful sunny mornings, more outdoor activities, family vacations, and the perfect bonding time with your pets. But do you know keeping your furry companion outdoors for a long time without taking necessary precautions can cause severe skin allergies, ear infections, and even heat stroke?-by Kamakshi and Dhruv Kumar Don’t let this summer be a bummer for your pets. Make it…

Dr Anand’s Pet Clinics in New Delhi are a chain of well-equipped and forward-thinking pet care centres which boast of a deep-rooted tradition of serving pets for more than 34 years with utmost dedication and sincerity. Dr Gautam Anand narrates how the legacy of his father Dr RK Anand, who founded the clinics three decades back, has been maintaining its value till today by a team of committed…

COVID-19 crisis has given all of us some unprecedented extra time to spend with our loved ones and our pets are most happy with this change. Here are a few ways to keep your pooch happy and healthy at home. -by Varsha Verma Rocky, our four-year-old Pomeranian, is so happy to see all of us home. He loves to snooze with us all day long, watch late night web series with us, oversleep in the…

Your dog has infinite potential to love and be loved. This love is beyond all expectations … it is unconditional and weather-proof. So, let’s invest in this relationship… just a little more! –by Varsha Verma Sometimes I wish my four-year-old Pomeranian Rocky could speak! His expressions show that there is so much he wants to share with me. When I talk to him, he seems to understand. When he…

Sudha Murty is a multifaceted personality – a corporate professional, a philanthropist and a bestselling author who has written more than 90 books in Kannada and English. Her new book titled The Gopi Diaries: Coming Home is the first of a three-part series that focuses on the life of her pet dog Gopi. The book features charming stories told from Gopi’s perspective. -by Smita Dwivedi Sudha Murty…

Today, Heads Up For Tails (HUFT) is one of India’s leading pet brands. With more than 30 stores across India and an online store, it is every pet parent’s favourite destination for pet products. –by Rashi Narang Trust the magic of new beginnings When our Labrador, Sara, turned a year old I really wanted to get something special for her. Despite searching through many stores, I found that the…

As pets are our family, just like we insure our near and dear ones it’s time to take timely action and insure the health of our pets. –by Dr Seema Talokar Growing Pet Population A data released by Statista in 2019 revealsthat India has 21.42 million pet dogs. The number is likely to reach 31 million by 2023.To safeguard health of our furry family members, Pet Medical Cover is required.…

Pets get abandoned rampantly which makes me ask – Has a beautiful pedigreed dog become a lifestyle statement? When we bring home a pet, remember to think long and hard about whether you can actually look after him like your child. Bringing home a pet is like raising a child, you need to be ready in all aspects. –by Aparna Rajagopal It’s heartbreaking to see when animals are cruelly, carelessly…

Losing a pet is one of the most traumatic experiences in life (both I and our editor can vouch for it). But the love our pets leave us laden with is indeed eternal. Some days you remember them with a huge smile and warmth, other days the tear dams are opened. –by Kritika Manchanda It is sad that we get such limited time with our pets, but each moment becomes a heartwarming memory when they’re…

The passion of being a pet parent is unmatched. It’s a joyous experience that’s full of learning. Here’s about the new-gen pet parenting and how the industry has evolved in the past decade. –by Dr Deepak Pandey The dynamics have changed now from ‘social status of having a pet’ to ‘emotional and caring ones’. Many pet parents also prefer to adopt local native breeds. You love them–you pamper them…

Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO) is an animal rights agency which is constantly working for the betterment of animals at local and national levels. It is a collective voice of the animal rights movement in India. Here’s FIAPO’s story. –by Varda Mehrotra FIAPO focuses on bringing together the people who want to help animals. So, everything that we do, we do it with…