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Happiness is our birth right. So claim it. Don’t hustle or struggle for it. Life is meant to be lived. As a pet parent, I have learnt how beautiful life is. Trust the process and everything will fall into place. And for all the bad days, you can always cuddle your pet! –by Nikita Rasania Having a pet is such a joyous experience. Every day is a new challenge and you learn something new. As pet…

Your dog knows how to have fun throughout the year – whether it is hot, humid, rainy or cold weather – your dog is all charged up to sniff and explore. But, it is important to take care of them as per the weather and season. Here’s how to take care of your pooch.–by Varsha Verma A happy, healthy and good looking pooch is a delight…here’s how to make our four-legged companions look great and feel…

Seeing your pet suffer is one of the most traumatic experiences. But sometimes we as pet parents become helpless, shares Utkarsh Gare whose pet Happy got paralysed and he conceptualised the idea of pet wheel carts. From passion to profession My journey began in February 2017. I left my job and made this my passion my profession for life. It all started when my Happy got paralysed. I was in…

There are so many times we see cute pet friendly cafes overseas and think when will India also have something similar. The scenario is changing (although slowly). Enjoying an evening out with friends, good food, and your favourite furry friend sound a perfect idea. –by Rahul Bajaj Out of the Blue has been serving people for more than 18 years now. The patio area of the restaurant is dedicated to…

With a new year, you have 356 brand new opportunities to celebrate life with your pet companion! Here are resolutions of Heads Up For Tails (HUFT) for the best year yet! Treat Often: Sara’s Dehydrated Treats for Pets are made with farm fresh, nutritious ingredients and all natural without any artificial additives! For the best biscuits in town, take a look at the HUFT Yummy in My Tummy range. Go…

Divya ParthasarathyI am working towards closing their past and giving them a beautiful present. I am working towards giving them a fair chance at life. All of these rescued animals are my kids. I think the only thing that I haven’t done as a mother was give birth to them.–by Divya Parthasarathy There are several such animals, especially street dogs that are victims of accidents, cruelty and,…

Dogs and humans have lived together for more than 20,000 years. Even though their friendship is known to be one of the best in the world, there are times when humans fail at understanding their furry buddies. There are many things that dogs dislike and it is us humans who have to adjust to their choices. It’s not what you say; it’s how you say it Dogs do not understand the language we talk in,…

A pooch brings a lot of love and joy in a household. He deserves to be happy and well cared. Here’s how to take care of your tail-wagger. Varsha Verma with RockyActive life, happy life Your pet needs to live an active life to be happy and stimulated. Give him space to run around, play games with him. Boredom at bay Dogs also get bored. Signs of boredom include excessive chewing, destructive…

Care and compassion are traits portrayed in every act of Friendicoes-SECA, a Society for Eradication of Cruelty to Animals. This shelter-cum-hospital in New Delhi is housing a host of homeless, lost and abandoned furry friends, which consist of farm animals as well, but dogs of course outnumber them all. Around 1,100 dogs have found their home at Friendicoes-SECA Lifetime Care Sanctuary or City…

Tackling shedding is easier than you thought! If you’re a pet parent and know the woes of shedding, then these helpful tips are definitely for you. Implement these tips and use the correct tools to tackle shedding. Shedding is a natural process in which your pet gets rid of old and dead hair to get a shiny new coat. Some breeds shed more as compared to others. Shedding depends on various factors…

You must have heard people complaining that they work like dogs or it’s a dog’s life for them, but have you ever realised the fun that’s involved in being a dog. In this article we discuss about the advantages of being a dog and what all perks your pretty pooch has which even you don’t have. The setting – Yet another manic Monday! You’re busy with the morning chores. It’s about to be 8:30 am,…

Rupali Auti with Aara Everybody wants to be their pet’s favourite person. But how do pets choose their favourite person? Is it possible to change their minds? Let’s understand how they choose their favourite person, so you too can become your pet’s favourite person. People who prefer dogs over cats often like to point out that dogs are more loyal and form deeper bonds with their masters. But…

All our domestic dogs have descended from wolves. Despite being very different in shape, size and colour, dogs have retained about 85 percent of their behaviour patterns. As pet parents, we need to appreciate that our pets are not little furry humans. They are, instead, members of a different species who have different needs and abilities.–by Anand Pittie Hierarchy comes first In a wolf pack,…

All animals use telepathic language to communicate. That’s right, you can learn a lot from the way your pet communicates. It’s no coincidence that your pet is waiting for you at the door when you get home, or knows just the perfect moment to nuzzle you out of bad mood. And how can we overlook bath time? No matter how stealthily you get to him, your furry pal seems to have received a secret memo…

Valentine’s Day is all about love…doing sweet things for your loved one, spending quality time together and celebrating the bond of love. When we talk about love, can we leave our pets behind? The answer is definitely ‘No’. This Valentine, let’s make our pooches  feel special and loved. February 14, Valentine’s Day, is the day to celebrate love. While most of us would be busy planning to spend…

It’s been over 60 years since dogs were first pressed into service in the Indian Army in 1959. And since then, thousands of dogs, depending on their breed and aptitude, have been given rigorous training in explosive detection, mine detection, tracking, guarding and assaulting at the Remount and Veterinary Corps (RVC) Centre and College in Meerut. Dogs have been integral to the Indian Army ever…

The First World Dog Puller Championship was recently held in Prague (Czech Republic). Sportsmen and referees from different parts of the world participated in this first-of-its-kind event. Dog Puller is a new and unique sport for dogs which is based on exercises like running and jumping. The best thing about this sport is that any dog can succeed, be it a toy breed or a giant breed. All you need…

Meet Vikram Singh and his awwwdorable pets – Scotty Singh and Spicy Singh, who’ve been travelling together and setting pet parenting goals! Vikram Singh is all set to release a web series called The Trippy Singhs where he documents travel tales with his pets. He plans to have 10 episodes in the first season and has already shot some trailers and teasers. The first season of The Trippy Singhs is…

My husband and I have always been pet lovers. Originally from Mumbai, we moved to Goa for his new job. So, after the stress of settling down in a new city receded, we decided it was the right time to get ourselves a puppy. Apart from the unconditional love and heartwarming cuteness, we didn’t have the slightest clue of what we’re in for the long run. -by Alita D’souza & Richa Vaidya Buddy…

The year is coming to an end but there’s still a lot of fun awaiting us. Christmas and New Year are the perfect time to celebrate our love for our pooches.–by Varsha Verma New Year is a new beginning, for us and for our furry friends as well. It’s time to rejoice the happy moments spent together and look forward to another year of love and  happiness. While you enjoy a New Year party with your…