Author: Dr. Shruti Bhattacharya

Does your dog eat his own poop? Fear not, you will find all your answers to how to discourage this behavior here. Keep reading all the way to the end. Dogs have been known to have many weird habits like sleeping with their legs in the air, licking their butts, rolling in dirt and mud, drinking from the toilet bowl, etc. However, some puppies and dogs have also been reported to eat their own poop. This has been observed to be the most repulsive behavior of all. This behavior has also led to many dog guardians trying to rehome their…

Kennel cough in dogs: its dreadful but treatable Does your dog show symptoms of hacking away or is constantly making noises which sounds like he/she is choking on something?? If yes, then your pup maybe suffering from canine infectious tracheal bronchitis or kennel cough. Kennel cough is a highly contagious respiratory disease. Dogs normally contract kennel cough via places where there are large amounts of dog congregates like daycare or boarding facilities, training groups, dog shows, and dog parks. Kennel cough can be spread to other dogs by either a direct contact like touching noses, droplets, or by use of contaminated…

This year spend Valentine’s Day with your dog and make it extra special for all of you. Your furry baby loves you 24/7 of the 365 days a year. You are their whole world. You may have other people in your life, but in their life, you are the only one. So, this upcoming Valentine’s Day, make life amazing not only for yourself and your loved one but also for your adorable pup. You know you love them to the moon and back. Why not use this eve to show them exactly how much? Here, I have come up…

Did you know that the tye of training you provide to your canine companion will modify his or her brain? Does training modify dog brain? Really? Yes, you read it right. The kind of dog training that is given to a dog modifies the neural network in their brain. Interesting fact, isn’t it? Do you want to know how this new research came to light? Then keep on reading until the end. If you have gone through any literature about dog care, you would have known that is of utmost importance to dog be it of any breed and any…

For a long time, in almost every dog groups on Facebook or other social media, dog parents have been asking how to get rid of the separation anxiety in dogs. With lock down coming to an end and people getting back to work, this problem of dogs suffering from separation anxiety is on the rise. Causes and treatment of separation anxiety in dogs Just like any other unhealthy behaviors of dogs like chewing, biting, barking etc. anxiety is treatable. Depending on the circumstance, anxiety can either be totally cured or it can be brought down to manageable levels. If you…

Fleas are the nightmare of any dog guardian.  Not only will these tiny bloodsucking parasites trouble your dog and cause excessive itching as well as scratching, once they are in your house, the will lay eggs on your carpet, furniture as well as any other place they can get an access to. To understand how to get rid of fleas, you first need to understand the life cycle of fleas: The flea life cycle The life cycle of a flea is divided into four stages: Egg Larva Pupa Adult The adult fleas are the ones which infest your dog. These…

It is time to know the available home remedies of arthritis which can give your dog a better quality of life. Arthritis is a very debilitating condition. It can affect both humans and dogs. In my previous post, I had discussed the symptoms of dog arthritis, the causes behind it, the treatment for the same as well as the do’s and don’ts of a dog guardian caring for an arthritic dog. In the current post, I’m going to discuss 17 brilliant home remedies available to treat your dog’s arthritis and make his or her life easier. Arthritis causes swelling and inflammation which can…

Arthritis in dogs: what you need to know to make your dog’s life healthier By now you must have heard about arthritis affecting humans. However, have you heard about arthritis in dogs as well? The reality is that one in every five dogs experience arthritis in their lifetime. Arthritis has been observed to most often affect senior dogs however it is not exactly restricted to the older ones. It can affect younger dogs as well. What is arthritis? In the simplest of explanation, arthritis means inflammation of the joints. Arthritis is a common problem in a lot of dog breeds…

Home remedies to reduce itching (pruritus) in dogs As a dog guardian you must have noticed your dog scratching or it himself or herself. It is not an uncommon sight. However, if your dog scratches himself or herself too much, it can be a cause of concern. In this post, I will discuss the factors which contribute to itching and the home remedies you can use to reduce the same in your pup. Why do dogs itch? Pruritus or itching, as we commonly know it, is defined as an uncomfortable skin sensation which causes the dog to scratch himself or…

How to quickly and precisely reduce bleeding in dogs in case of an emergency? Dogs play rough. I am yet to see a dog who prefers to sit and play with his siblings when healthy. Usually there is a lot of teeth and paws involved. Under such circumstances there are bound to be cut and bruises resulting in bleeding. The dog’s legs and paws are vulnerable to injury from nails or other sharp objects, and they will heavily bleed if cut. Dog’s ears also bleed heavily when injured because the skin over the ear is very thin. Bleeding in dogs…