Here are 10 tips to turn you into a super dog guardian and get you ready for caring for a new puppy In the animal world, God has yet to make something which is more adorable than a newborn puppy or kitten. They just melt your hearts with their cuteness. However, caring for a puppy is no easy task and should not be undertaken by the faint of heart. Caring for a new puppy is only a few steps behind caring for a toddler. Both bring unbridled joy but also tend to put everything they find in their mouth. In…
Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya
Parvovirus in dogs, a knowledge all new dog guardians must be armed with. Off late, we have been plagued not only with the rising cases of coronavirus but with parvovirus in dogs as well. What is parvovirus in dogs? Why is it so dangerous? What can you do as a dog guardian to keep your dog away from this disease? What can you do in case your dog does get affected by the parvovirus? Read the entire blog post to understand this deadly disease which tends to affect puppies and can be life-threatening if not treated at the right time.…
Trimming your dog’s nails is an important part of dog care process. To know how to trim your dog’s nails safely read the entire blog post. In this article, I will discuss how to trim your dog’s nails. The article will focus on how you should cut your pup’s nails, the tools you will need for the same and finally some bonus tips to make the process easy for you and less stressful for your pup. The purpose is to make this process fun, engaging and risk free for your dog and you. Tools needed to trim the nails of…
Shiny coat is an important part of good dog care. Check out these 15 amazing tips to keep your dog’s coat shiny and healthy. Grooming is a very important process of dog care. Probably the most important part of grooming is to keep your dog’s coat shiny and healthy. Shiny coat also indicates that your dog is in good health. Is there is a secret to getting your dog’s coat shiny? As I mentioned before, caring for the fur is the primary part of dog care and grooming. However, it does not just stop at grooming. Read the entire article…
4th of July can be a very difficult time for dogs who are afraid of fireworks. In this article, I discuss a few tips by which you can calm the dog during the fireworks session. As the United States gets ready to celebrate 248 years of independence, everyone is excited about the festivities except your dogs and cats. Dogs have very sensitive ears. Fireworks send your dog’s body on a sudden alert mode. The unpredictability and loud noises of the fireworks can set your dog on edge. It has also been observed that it is this day of the year…
Shaving the dog: Are there any advantages? Recently, there is a popular belief going on that you should shave your dog during the summer months to keep him or her cooler. As dog guardians, it is our responsibility to understand if this would benefit in the dog care process. In my previous article, I discussed how you can groom your dog at home. In that article, I mentioned that shaving your dog should never be an option. If you are thinking of shaving your dog, read the following article before you make a final decision. To shave or not to…
If you are planning to groom your dog at home, you need to know the basic steps and the dos and don’ts of dog grooming. Every dog guardian understands the importance of a proper dog grooming. A nice and good groom will help your dog relax and feel at his or her best. It will also make you want to snuggle with your fur baby a little longer and a little more. Regular grooming sessions also allow you to have a look into your dog’s eyes, teeth, nails, coat and ears for any signs of problems. Grooming is a great…
As dog guardians you must have heard of Benadryl for dogs. Is it a safe option as an over-the-counter medication? Let’s find out. Most dog guardians must have heard about the benefits of Benadryl for dogs. It is a very common medication in case of humans. Primarily used to alleviate the itchiness of skin as well as to fight seasonal allergies, Benadryl has a wide safety margin for humans. However, is it a safe over-the-counter medication for your dog too? The first thing I would advise is to not give your dog any medication out of your medicine cabinet. Dogs…
Let’s discuss the remaining superfoods for dogs In my previous blog post, I had discussed about 8 amazing superfoods for dogs, their benefits and how much of them should be given to your dog on a daily basis. In this blog post, I bring you the remaining 19 superfoods which you can add to your dog’s diet and enhance the immunity, keep them young and healthy as well as keep them away from cancer, heart diseases, diabetes and so much more. I will be discussing the following superfoods in this post: Chia seeds Leafy greens Ginger Olive oil Parseley Pumpkin…
Transform your pup’s regular boring kibble diet to a vibrant colorful and yummy version by adding superfoods. Which are the best superfoods for dogs? Part I Imagine if you were made to eat the same food every day. After a certain point, you’d get bored and go looking for something delicious and different tasting. It’s the same case with dogs. When a pup has been provided the same meal morning and night every day, after a certain period of time, the dog is bound to get bored and may not enjoy mealtime like before. Super foods for dogs are a…