Parenting

Summers can be testing time for your pooch. Here are few tips to keep your pooch cool this summer: Keep her indoors during the sunny hours. Take her for a walk early morning and late evenings when the weather is slightly cooler. Give her lots of water to drink throughout the day. Never leave her in the parked car as it becomes really hot and can be dangerous. Watch out symptoms of heat…

Fleas, neutering and spaying, worming, and grooming - all are important concerns for the puppy owner. Get helpful hints on these topics in this article. Having a new puppy in the home is rather like having a new baby around. It’s not always easy to distinguish serious problems from minor ailments. Choosing a vet All licensed vets are trained in professional animal care. You may be drawn to one…

Groom your pooch, make him shine with health and beauty. Here are a few tips to make grooming sessions enjoyable for you both: Establish and adhere to a regular schedule of grooming sessions. Schedule these at a convenient time for both; a good time to do this is after the dog has been walked, while he is relieved and calm. Select a time when you will not be interrupted and have ample time…

There has been an increasing trend of adopting imported pedigree pups but little do pet parents realise that it is causing a trail of suffering to these little pooches. The brown pup lay on the table in the dispensary, too weak to lift his head. A pure-bred…of only six weeks of age, his eyes were glazed and listless, as he lay helplessly. His distraught pet parents had paid Rs. 20,000 in advance…

Let’s satiate our pooches’ taste buds with delectable delicacies. The mouthwatering recipes will definitely add more zest to our doggies’ fun loving spirits. So unfold your apron and dust your cooking cap, barge into the kitchen, and... our smart readers know it all. Yes! Let’s be a pooch-chef. Ingredients (Quantity 8-10 biscuits) 1-cup wheat flour 1-cup grated cheddar cheese 1-tablespoon garlic…

Chill out! in winters! Winters are the time to sip hot delicious liquids, enjoy sunny afternoons, warm cosy quilts and have a fun time with your pooch. Just like you, your pet also needs to be warm to beat the winter chill. Here are a few tips to make winters beautiful for your canine. Enjoy indoors : Never leave your dog outside in the cold for long periods of time as wind chill can give him…

Joy to the world, the Lord has come!Let earth receive her King; Let every heart prepare Him room, And Heaven and nature sing... See we have started humming carols in advance...we are also smelling muffins and cakes, tapping our foot and dressing it all in red...that’s not all, we have something for our pooches too. All our celebrations are incomplete without our canine companions. So here D&P…

Cuddly canines are our friends for life...well they also improve our quality of life. While spending time with them helps in keeping up the high sprits...going for a walk with them has its own benefits. Let’s see how. Our furry canine cuties have filled our lives with loads of fun and laughter...we feel more joyous with them, and our enthusiasm level doubles. Well! It’s not just a pooch-lover…

Diwali is all about booms and bangs…without crackers our celebrations are incomplete. For us it’s fun, but it can be highly traumatic for our pooches, who are not accustomed to loud noises. Here’s how to make our canines also join in the party…and have fun! Record as many loud noises as possible in a tape recorder or get a CD of loud noises, and start playing these tapes or CDs at zero…

Just the thought of losing your canine, sends shudders to any dog lover. The death of a pet means loss of unconditional source of love and it causes a lot of mental and physical trauma. Grief is natural and nothing can substitute the loss of the bereaved. But, as we say life moves on…and so we also have to move on. Here are a few ways to help speed up the healing process. Accept the…

Everybody looks forward to festivals… lot of delicacies, decorations at house, spending time with loved ones, and fireworks… time seems perfect. But, it can be the most dreaded time for our pets – loud noises, crackers, too much sweets… it’s simply not a dog’s life. Here's how to make festival a fun time for our tailwagger as well. My darling pooch Jimmy and I always look forward to festivals, as…

The love and companionship you get from your dog is unmatched and the best gift you can give him is good health. Here’s a checklist to keep your dog fit and fine : REGULARLY examine your pet for any problem and check it before it becomes life threatening. IF YOUR pet gives a doggy odour, it is a sign of low level of health. Act fast! KEEP YOUR pet’s teeth clean and watch out for bad breath and…

If you’re thinking of adding another dog to the family, it’s important to first weigh your own needs against the needs of your older dog. Do you feel that your dog would enjoy another dog’s company, possibly giving him a new lease on life? Whatever your reasons may be, just be aware that bringing a new dog is a huge change for an older dog - and unless you go about it the right way, it could…

Let’s satiate our pooches’ taste buds with delectable delicacies to make them healthy ‘n’ happy. The nutritious mouthwatering recipes will definitely add more zest to our doggies’ fun loving spirits. So unfold your apron and dust your cooking cap, barge into the kitchen, and get going… cook fresh and healthy homemade cookies for them. Yes! Let’s be a pooch-chef. Pooja’s Cinnamon Treat Ingredients:…

Dog massage: magic at the finger tips Love, companionship and fidelity that a dog can offer are boundless. Whenever your pooch is ill, your pet feels better when petted and touched. Here, Jill A Deming introduces an advanced method, body massage, to promote both the physical and emotional well-being of our furry friends. I arrived at the house to conduct a massage session with a Miniature…

A pup’s entry into your house is an occasion to celebrate and enjoy. But it might take a while for the new member to settle in. Until he feels safe and secure, give the darling all the love, time and attention he needs, before he adopts your house as his own, and you as his whole world!!! The first time your pup enters your home, it is most natural to feel excited and be over-indulgent while…

As summer approaches, we take extra care for our skin to protect it from sunburns – sunscreens, sunglasses, umbrellas, hats –– all find a place in our handbags. While we are so careful about our skin, we forget that our furry canines also need their share of protection. Here are a few tips to make summers safer for your pet and then you and your sweetheart can trail, softly singing, “You and I, in…

Owning a dog is a big responsibility, and giving him the best care and attention can help improve the quality and length of his life. Feeding your dog a well-balanced diet is certainly necessary to keep him fit and healthy. But other activities such as exercise, training, grooming and regular visits to the veterinarian are just as important. Let’s take a look at all the grooming procedures you can…

Let’s satiate our pooches’ taste buds with delectable delicacies. The mouthwatering recipes will definitely add more zest to our doggies’ fun loving spirits. So unfold your apron and dust your cooking cap, barge into the kitchen and... our smart readers know it all. Yes! Let’s be a pooch-chef. Here’s some more cookin’ from D&P... Waggy Bags ‘Easy as 1-2-3 banana strips’ Ingredients : 1/2 cup…

The way you teach kids to treat your pet is going to reflect on how he will interact with his peers, environment, family and eventually reflect on his life. Iwas really overwhelmed with joy when a family friend of mine adopted a pet. The kids were excited and the parents jubilant. I was happy for the family, and more so for the dog that he had finally found a nice loving home. And so you can…