Parenting

When it rains, it pours… it is the time when dogs require extra care. Here’s how to keep the monsoon blues away. Grooming for health… Keep their ears clean by using medicated wipes wrapped on your finger and do it gently. Wax flares up during more humidity. Teeth need to be kept clean but if brushing is not possible, try rubbing the gums and teeth with a soft cloth. You can also feed him chew…

Summers are a great time to dash into water – it’s a great way to beat the heat. Even dogs love to swim. Here are a few tips to keep your pooch safe in the pool, especially those who are entering the water for the first time: Wait: Never throw your dog into the water. Let him explore it gradually. The bait: Go in the shallow water and call your pooch. Coax him with a treat or a toy. Just…

When we bring home a pup… we are bringing home a friend, a companion, a reliable and trustworthy member of the family. Hence, finding a healthy pup is important. Here are a few insights for adopting a healthy puppy. Case files... It’s been years since young Scamp died on a gloomy day, but the memory of the Spaniel Cocker pup with Sharmila and her family is still fresh. Scamp was just two months,…

Here are the prerequisites for transport of dogs from India to the EU (Germany, Austria). 5-6 months before departure Veterinarian: Identify an authorised veterinarian in India who has experience with dogs travelling overseas. He should have microchips and a blood-serum-centrifuge at the clinic as well as a connection to EU-laboratories and a reliable courier company. 4 months before departure…

Are you relocating to another country? Are you worried who will take care of your pooch? Can you take your pooch along? The good news is yes…you can take your pooch along. There are professional companies which help you to relocate safely with your pooch. Here’s more info on Pet Travel, which offers pet travel services to more than 70 countries across the world. There were times when we found our…

A pet pooch can be your child’s best friend but compassion and respect for household pets is an important personality trait that is best inculcated during the early years of life. Here’s how to develop the intangible bond of love between your kid and pooch. Although most children have a natural affinity towards nature and animals, they can unknowingly hurt an animal out of enthusiasm or…

You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family – except, of course, for the family dog. Here’s how to choose the pawfect dog for your family. Before you choose a dog… Bringing a new dog into your life is a major decision. Be sure you are ready for a dog before you start the process. Examine your current lifestyle and consider what adjustments you are willing to make for a dog.…

Dogs are not always in the mood for play or interaction. There is a time and a place for play, petting or just sitting quietly and at other times the dog just wants to be left alone. Dogs communicate with body language and kids and parents can learn to read these subtle signs so that they know when the dog is asking to be left alone. Most dogs are extremely tolerant, but if a dog is pushed too far…

Caring for a dog involves a lot of responsibility, since you are the sole provider for your furry buddy’s social, dietary and health-related needs. Here are vital tips to take care of your pooch. Training Puppies require special attention: Encourage your puppy to interact with the world around her and be open to new situations or environments. This is also known as ‘socialisation’ and involves…

Kids and dogs make a great team. The bonding is strong, the love infectious and the joy knows no bounds. Here’s how kids’ can care for furry friends. Spending time with pets helps in increasing mutual trust and building the human-animal bond. Time spent together helps your kids and their four-legged friend comprehend each other’s thoughts, moods, gestures and feelings better. Even as little as…

Adult dogs are available for adoption in many sizes, breeds and temperaments, and not every breed is right for every lifestyle. Think about your lifestyle, family size, the size and location of your home, and the time you are willing to spend with the dog. Accordingly, bring home happiness in the form of your four-legged buddy. How do you choose the right dog for you? First, take your time. We…

It’s winter time again- the chill is in the air- but it’s also perfect for snuggles with your pet and lots of long walks and belly rubs galore! Just dress him in a warm and cosy jacket and off you two go to enjoy the winter chill. We all know how smart winter dressing is! The same can be for your pooch. Dress him in a fashionable and stylish jacket. Here’s how to pick the right jacket for your…

The act of giving birth to young ones in dogs is known as whelping. Here’s how you can help your mother dog bring these tiny bundles of joy into this world. Pre-whelping preparations Speak to your vet for a pre-whelping examination and consultation. He can provide the last minute advice and it would be better for the mother dog to become familiar with him if she needs assistance during whelping.…

‘Canine Gestation Care’ is quite a tricky area and many pet parents are not aware of the dos and don’ts pertaining to the same. A lot of myths and lack of proper knowledge can make a pet parent go completely wrong. Here’s how to make this time easier for your expecting dog. It’s an amazing experience to see your dog deliver a litter of cute tailwaggers…but a pregnant dog requires a lot of care…

Pooches: your kid’s best tutor -Tailwaggers can enhance your kid’s reading ability In therapeutic and educational settings, pets (especially dogs) are decisively a positive and helpful influence. They relieve anger and depression, they are fun and engaging, and they are marvelous catalysts at helping people break through when they are stuck. They inspire them to WANT to participate in their vital…

While India reels in the spirit of Diwali this October, US enjoys the much-awaited Halloween at the same time…the joy is infectious… in fact, you can even find people celebrating Halloween here! The preparations have begun and all of us look for brighter festivals every year. But, festivals are a trying time for our pooches…this time…again, let’s make it an enjoyable time for them as well. What…

Did you ever think that water can have a calming, soothing and therapeutic effect on your canine? Hydrotherapy for canines is gaining popularity not just for health benefits, but also for emotional and spiritual gains. Here’s more on this amazing therapy. The benefits of swimming and moving in water on the physical body are well known and have been used for centuries. The buoyancy of water…

Hosting a puppy party is a great way to help your new puppy begin enjoying and feeling at ease around kids. Puppies under five months old can learn a lot in an easy 30-minute play date. Here are a few tips. Send invitations to 5-10 kids: Write something like this: “We have a new dog! Bailey is a three-month-old Beagle/Labrador mix, and she loves kids! You are invited to her first puppy party where…

A vet’s job is tough, often tougher than a human doctor’s because a vet’s patient cannot speak. A visit to the vet’s can turn out to be a very stressful process for the owner, the vet as well as the pet. But a pet parent can do a lot to ease the tension and make the diagnosis and treatment of his pooch easier by keeping the following things in mind. 1. Always carry your pet’s records with you…

“It’s raining, it’s pouring, everything is boring!” Rainy days with stir-crazy kids and dogs can try your sanity. When your kids wail that there’s nothing fun to do, have them try some of these simple games with the family dog. Hansel & Gretel Trails: This is a really basic activity, but kids love it! Give your children a small bowl of treats and tell them to create a trail for the dog to…