EDITORIAL :

Need of 24/7 pet care

Raise a voice against cruelty
towards animals :

Dogs & Pups has compiled several queries, which we have received from our readers from time to time, about cruelty towards our canine friends. It is a pity that sometimes we do not know how to react in such situations. Camellia Satija, Founder Trustee, Kindness to Animals and Respect for Environment (KARE), answers some of the queries and guides the readers on how to put an end to such atrocities..

BREED PROFILE :

Glory of the German Shepherd : Which breeds come to your mind when you hear the words king of dogs? Undoubtedly, the name that flashes in our minds is German Shepherd or GSD. People all over the world prefer to be owned by a GSD because of his royal look and an equally loyal and passionate attitude. If you have never owned a GSD, you have missed one of life's greatest pleasures.

ADVERTORIAL : Nutrition needs of your German Shepherd

German Shepherd is perhaps the world's most popular utility dog. Their robustness, rusticity and intelligence, steals everyone's hearts. They convey a sense of strength, intelligence and litheness. They radiate a harmonious sense of nobility and self-confidence that commands respect. Nevertheless while rearing a German Shepherd, their specific characteristics should be kept in mind and accordingly a well-balanced nutritious diet should be given to them.

FEATURE :

Keeping your pooch warm in winters

ORGANISATION : Doctor Dog "Animals welfare through people welfare"

Animal Asia of Hong Kong is an organisation working for the welfare of dogs across Asia. They believe that dogs, our age-old best friends, can provide a great starting point to promote animal welfare through people welfare and give a much needed voice to all animals. The Dr. Dog programme has been started with one such vision.

These are a few of my favourite things...Merry X-mas! :

Come Christmas and everybody looks forward to the gifts Santa Claus would bring for us. This Christmas, Amrita asked her four-legged family member Heera to pen down his wish list. And here he goes

TRAINING : Off leash exercise for your pooch

Freedom to roam and sniff around is every dog's birthright and dream. Very often, we as owners, ignore the importance of freedom of our canine friends. Pooja Sathe shows how to teach your dog the off leash control.

PAWS AND THEIR STARS :

Quiz guru Siddharth Basu, the man behind the famous Kaun Banega Crorepati, has made quizzing popular in India through his first game show Quiz Time on DD in the eighties. From his jetsetting life on-screen, Siddharth still manages to find time for his loved ones, including his pet Sheru, a Golden Retriever.

TRAVEL : Flying safely with your dog

Are you planning to go on a trip by air and wish to take your pet dog along? A lot of questions would arise in your mind on how to do it. Radha Aima shares her own experience of flying from Bombay to Delhi with pet dog Zoon.

Socialising your puppy— getting him used to interacting with people, other pets, and the outside world — is very important. Here are some useful tips on puppy socialisation.

Maintaining the lustre :

Last issue, we discussed the importance of a balanced diet and proper deworming to prevent skin problems, plus how internal factors affect the skin condition of your dog. In this issue, we will discuss the next most important aspect bathing and
grooming correctly.

A vet's dilemma :

PICTURE PERFECT

Dr. Aradhana Pandey tells how important it is to knowthe history of the pet for proper treatment.

PRODUCTS SPOTLIGHT :

• Pawfect Solution
• Pawfect Collar
• Pawfect Shoes
• Pawfect Chews
• Pawfect Biscuits
• Pawfect Toys
• Pawfect Antiparasitic

Tickle your canine paws :

People often ask me, Why would you ever want to mess around with feet Ð especially dog's paws? The answer is simple: feet are connected with well-being. And maintaining well-being for your dog can lead to a fuller, more joyful life.

PAWTAILS : From the world of dogs

• Take me along
• My eye candies
• Teddy told me!

DOGGY NEWS :

• UK church celebrates with pets
• Pets pray in church
• Pets ke liye kuch bhi karega
• Virgin Atlantic offers various
• schemes for pets
• Doggie turns saviour
• IAF trained Ceaser is ready!
• Dog-friendly car
• Mobile phone for dogs
  

All about DHA :

There has been a lot of awareness among pet owners about the diet of their pets. The use of nutraceuticals has proven improved quality of life in pets. DHA is one such anti-oxidant which is critical for the development of vision and the central nervous system in pets. - by Dr. Umesh Karkare.

EVENTS REPORT :

• Eukanuba launches dog food in India
• New products from Royal Canin
• Intervet India receives CSR award
• New health destination for pets
• Seminar on animal welfare for dog lovers.

A dog's life' is narrated by Moti from his home in heaven.

–By Lynn de Souza

Till now… Moti was picked up by Golu from his littermates and bought to Brindavan building, where he meets Tiger (another dog), Harichander (the watchman) and Pinto girl. He gets hurt and is driven away. He seeks refuge in the drain but with the
onset of monsoon, the drain gets clogged. With the help of Pinto mother, he gets acceptance in Brindavan, which becomes his home now. All through this,
Pinto girl remains by his side. He befriends Rani and even becomes a dad…