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Why Is My Dog Shedding So Much?
Shedding is normal; a sudden change in shedding is not. Knowing the difference saves unnecessary treatments. Normal patterns In much of India the…
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Bad Breath in Dogs: Causes and What Works
Bad breath is not a normal dog smell. By three years old, a large share of dogs already have periodontal disease. Usual cause Plaque hardens into tartar,…
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Reading Dog Body Language
Dogs communicate constantly and almost always warn before they bite. Bites that seem to come from nowhere are usually bites whose warnings were ignored or…
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Introducing a New Dog to Your Existing Pet
Most conflict between a resident pet and a newcomer is created in the first hour, and it is avoidable. Meet on neutral ground Introduce outside the home,…
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Dog-Proofing an Indian Home
Most emergency cases in urban Indian practice come from inside the home, not outside it. Balconies and grilles Falls from balconies are one of the commonest…
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Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?
Grass eating is common and usually harmless. The old idea that dogs eat grass only to make themselves sick is not supported by observation — most dogs that…
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Traveling With Your Dog in India: Train, Car and Flight
Travelling with a pet in India is very doable, but each mode has its own paperwork and its own failure points. By train Indian Railways allows dogs in…
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Crate Training: Why It Helps and How to Do It Kindly
A crate used correctly is a bedroom. Used as punishment it becomes a cage, and the dog will fight it forever. Why it helps It speeds house training, gives…
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How Much Exercise Does Your Dog Actually Need?
Most behaviour complaints in Indian flats come down to a dog with more energy than outlet. A rough guide Low-energy breeds and seniors: 30 minutes. Most…
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Walking Your Dog in an Indian City: A Practical Guide
Walking a dog in an Indian city has challenges a Western guide will not mention: free-roaming dogs, unpredictable traffic and narrow footpaths. Equipment A…
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Monsoon Pet Care: Skin, Paws and Infections
The monsoon is the hardest season for Indian pets' skin. Persistent damp plus warmth is ideal for fungus, bacteria and ticks all at once. Dry completely,…
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How to Keep Your Dog Cool in an Indian Summer
Dogs cool themselves mainly by panting, which becomes far less effective as humidity rises. In much of India, the dangerous combination is not peak…
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