Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Halloween can be an exciting but hazardous time for our furry friends. From tempting treats to spooky decorations, the holiday poses unique risks that every dog parent should prepare for. To keep your dog calm and safe amid all the festivities, it’s essential to know and follow these key dog Halloween safety tips. Whether it’s avoiding toxic candies, minimizing costume stress, or preventing accidental escapes, these Halloween safety tips for dogs will ensure a fun and worry-free Halloween for both you and your pup. The most common Halloween dangers for dogs: Halloween can be a risky time for pets, especially…

 A guest post by Amy Green from www.patterdaleterriers.co.uk I’ve always been a fan of terriers. It must be a combination of their inquisitiveness, high energy and eagerness to please. But they are not always so easy to train – the biggest challenges come when you try to train them outside and there are so many distractions! Terriers are very active dogs that need a lot of exercise and attention. They can be destructive if left alone too long and aggressive if they are not socialized. Today’s blog is all about training rescue terriers. Introduction to Terrier Breeds Terriers such as…

  Dog teeth brushing or dog dental chews, which is a better option for your pup? One of the challenges of dog care is to keep their teeth clean. Yes! Like us, they too need oral care. Some dog guardians lean towards dog teeth brushing while in other cases they lean towards dental chews.   Some dog guardians argue that during the old times or in the wild, dogs spent thousands of years without any sort of oral cleaning, teeth brushing or any form of oral care. Yes, this is true, not only dogs but humans also went without any kind of…

Seizures in dogs: what you need to know as a dog guardian. Seizures in dogs can arise due to a number of underlying disorders the dog might be suffering from. As a dog guardian, it is your responsibility to understand what might be the causes, symptoms and treatment for such a disorder. The purpose of this article is to make you aware of everything that you must be aware so you can detect the seizure at its earliest and get your pup the help he or she needs. Seizures in dogs have been observed to be the most common neurological…

Understand the causes behind acute and chronic vomiting in dogs. We all worry about our dog’s welfare. It is our job as dog guardians to do so. The most common causes behind dog vomiting is ingestion of something not meant for dogs. In some cases, vomiting may be a good thing. But this is not always the case. Hence, understanding the causes behind the acute and chronic vomiting in dogs can be a huge help.   Acute vomiting in dogs Acute vomiting in dogs is a vomiting episode that happens suddenly and then stops. It is not recurrent tendency. Here are…

Dogs vomiting clear liquid can be extremely worrisome for dog guardians. Read the complete blog post to understand the causes behind the same. There are many causes behind dogs vomiting clear liquid. Clear liquid vomit mostly comprises of water and saliva. It may or may not be frothy. Mostly the explanation for a clear liquid vomit is that your dog drank too much of water and he or she drank it too quickly. There might also be other reasons for the same, so do not disregard this. There is also a chance that your dog may have ingested something clear…

 A dog guardian’s complete guide to understanding mange in dogs: the different types, the symptoms of each and the remedies Mange is a dreadful condition which has been known to affect dogs. If you have been following dog news, you would know what mange looks like. Mange is a pretty common skin disease commonly observed in puppies and dogs who live on the streets, are abused or are completely neglected by their guardians. These dog’s skin do not have hair, is covered with crusty patches or scabs. Most often these dog’s skin is described as having a look of stone.…

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…

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…