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We all know our pooches are nosey – olfaction is their primary and most important sense. Humans have five million scent receptors in their nasal folds but these guys have over 200 million!!! No wonder then that our pooches love and actually benefit from aromatherapy. Aromatherapy for relaxation How do you feel after a luxurious aromatherapy session? Ofcourse, you feel relaxed, elated and…

We all know our pooches are nosey – olfaction is their primary and most important sense. Humans have five million scent receptors in their nasal folds but these guys have over 200 million!!! No wonder then that our pooches love and actually benefit from aromatherapy Our pooches know all the secrets of simply sniffing. They might not like the synthetic scents and perfumes we use but they are…

How do we get to keep your buddy indoor sans the hair and the odour? Well, just a few tips and a slight change in interiors can help you keep your home smelling fresh and clean even during the dreaded hair-shedding season.   No matter how much we scrub, shampoo and house-train our furry friends, we simply cannot escape doggie hair strewn over the sofa and a distinct smell in the house that screams…

One of the world’s best show dogs, English Springer Spaniels are intelligent and fun-loving pooches…eager to be an inseparable part of your family. Evolved with time “I have been blessed with many wonderful Springers over the past forty years. My first was perhaps my most special. He was born in 1972 and went home with me when I was just twenty years old. He became my best friend and constant…

Dogs love to eat. Nothing makes your pooch happier than a juicy treat. But what do you do when he stops eating? Here are a few tips to make him eat just right. First – and most importantly – make sure there isn’t a medical reason for your dog’s loss of appetite. If he is accompanied by lethargy, vomiting, diarrhoea, or unusual behaviour, seek the advice of your veterinarian immediately. Once…

We love to celebrate – fireworks, loud noise, music from a core part of our festivities. The louder the better, little do we realise the condition of our panic stricken pooch to whom loud noise in any form–music, cracker, thunderstorm can spell pure disaster. Hard facts Sabina Chopra, a pet parent said, “I had adopted two strays who lived in the compound of my building, the loud noise of thunder…

Despite the dignified, even anxious appearance, the Pug can’t hide his happy, affectionate, totally loyal - even exclusive - nature for long! Lots of love and care is needed to keep him healthy and happy. Royal Canin has launched Pug 25 – a food totally dedicated to the breed. Evolved with time Sometimes unruly as a youngster, firm, kind training turns him into a totally calm and level-headed…

In the cradle… Right after a puppy is born, he can’t walk, hear or see; however, his sense of smell is already fully developed. He instinctively finds his mother’s teats and will firmly suck on them. In the first three weeks, his mother’s milk will provide him with all the nutrition he needs. The first weeks… Beginning in the third week, a puppy’s senses begin to awaken. His eyes and auditory…

Bloat is a life-threatening emergency in breeds like Great Danes, German Shepherds and Boxers. What makes this disease even worse is that there are no home remedies and it needs immediate attention. Here’s more on this dangerous disease… In addition to breed predilection, there appears to be a genetic link to this disease. The incidence is closely correlated to the depth and the width of the…

Everyone who is blessed with a pooch can understand the unique bond we share with them. Here, TV star Varun Badola shares his experiences with his canine family. Varun Badalo, a popular name in the television industry, needs no introduction. He has impressed us with not only his acting skills but also swept us off our feet by his dancing and singing prowess in reality shows. Whether he is the…

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…

Despite the dignified, even anxious appearance, the Pug can’t hide his happy, affectionate, totally loyal - even exclusive - nature for long! Lots of love and care is needed to keep him healthy and happy. Royal Canin has launched Pug 25 – a food totally dedicated to the breed. Sometimes unruly as a youngster, firm, kind training turns him into a totally calm and level-headed dog. His square…

Just like our kids, a mentally-stimulated dog is a happy dog. Here are a few tips to keep your dog mentally stimulated and you a worry-free happy pet parent. Like humans, dogs too require mental stimulation to keep boredom at bay. If your dog is not mentally stimulated, then she might fall into depression, which will not only create sadness but also lack of motivation. The primary requirements…

A storm hits, a stranger comes to the door or another dog enters your home: suddenly your dog, who was housetrained as a puppy, forgets peeing protocol and makes a mess in your house. It’s a scenario that can test the patience of even the most loving dog owner. Luckily, there are some simple things you can do to give your dog a refresher course on proper bathroom pettiquette. Why your dog has…

We love to pamper our pets with treats and toys, but that’s not enough to keep them happy. We should spend quality time with them. Training them for various things can be a best way to keep them busy, active and content Dogs love human company and enjoy interacting with their pet parents. Training does not necessarily mean Sit, Down, Stay and all the other Obedience Commands. Training can be…

A dog with impeccable sense of confidence, style and a great sense of humour. If you are looking for a companion, then the charming Tibetan Terrier is for you! Evolved with time The Tibetan Terrier was ‘discovered’ by Dr Agnes Greig, a young English woman in 1920 in Northern India. She was gifted a Tibetan pup by one of her patients. (The Tibetans valued the breed so much that they wouldn’t sell…

Canines really look forward to spending quality time with their family and few things can make them happier than loving attention from their parents. Engage your best friend in these fabulous playful activities and watch your relationship bloom. Fun and games are as crucial to a pooch’s well being as is nutritious and healthy food. Like us, our canine friends do not have any alternative source of…

Even though all dogs are loyal and affectionate, here’s a snap shot on some of our pawfect paws. German Shepherd: Highly intelligent, adaptable and respectable, German Shepherds are good companion dogs. Equally admired for their physical prowess and their ability to learn basic obedience training, they are loyal and extremely devoted to their pet parents. No wonder they top the list when it…

Musical Freestyle: You and your pooch love to dance, so how about a mix of dance and some obedience training to have a blast! Turn on the music, bring out your dancing shoes, spin a little, do a traditional heeling exercise and what you get is a Musical Freestyle, an activity which both you and your pooch will simply love to do! Tracking: Dogs love to sniff and how about sniffing their way to…

Bad breath (halitosis) is a common pet odour complaint, but it can be prevented. Here are the causes, diagnosis and treatment of this health problem in dogs. Halitosis is an unpleasant odour, also called bad breath, which is defined as an offensive odour from the oral cavity of a canine. In the majority of cases, the predominant source of halitosis in dogs and cats is within the oral cavity.…