We humans are so susceptible to getting influenced by things around us that we try to reason any unusual happening with hypothetical possibilities, without knowing the logic behind it. Our ancestors came up with religious beliefs,the foundation of many of which where simply based on unknown facts which nobody tried to dig upon and find out the reason behind. Well when it is said that half knowledge is dangerous then that be true because it can turn out to hurt someone or even be fatal. As such we have never spared our fellow species, our pets can be no exception in it as we drag them into this colossal field of false beliefs and myths.

Below are few myths-considered-facts that that we has been going around for a long time now but needs to be clarified.

1. Black BAD LUCK

As if hypothetical ghost stories lost their charisma that they dragged a poor little feline into it. Considering them as inauspicious, black cats are often seen as carriers of some evil that is bound to happen and inevitable. People stop and flinch if they see black cats come across their way. This one is too old a myth and some still follow till date. ‘Uh-uh! I won’t go that way else bad luck would follow’, seriously? You think a cat can make a truck run over you while crossing the road, probably yes if your gaze is fixed on that four-legged dark shadow and not on the road while crossing it. Get over that sick myth! They are like any other cats that people pet around rather just more beautiful and unique!

2. Old dog New Tricks, Uh-uh!

No! This is a false verdict. There is no relation between age and ability to learn new things when it comes to your canine friend. No matter what age they reach you can still teach your friend to sit, roll, stay, fetch or whatever pleases you. This has nothing to do with its age. An everyday practice for a week or two and then your dog is smart enough to grasp what is being taught. Don’t underestimate your dog friend they can be stubborn or lazy but they will definitely pick up more quickly than you expected and surprise you. Changing their habits isn’t that difficult as goes the saying everywhere.

3. A Camel’s own water tank?

Camel is the ship of desert, some books poetically explained so. With their ability to live several days without food and water, they are considered as the most well adapted animal to the harsh conditions of the deserts. Camels have distinctive features like padded feet, long eye-lashes and most visible of them all, its hump. Well most of the people think the camel carries water inside its hump and avoid death due to dehydration. The actual fact being they have got oval shaped red blood cells instead of the common circular shaped cells that most mammals have. This lets them retain water in their body for much longer duration. And as for the hump, it just a mount of fat that acts as a food reservoir rather that that of water. Camels can stay fit and fine for as long as three weeks without food with the fat burning in the hump providing the necessary energy. Special thanks to the kidneys and intestines that reduce the water excretion to minimal levels and help it survive whilst other animals die of hunger and thirst.

4. All parrots DON’T talk

You pay a visit to your neighbor got a parrot pet recently and the first question that comes out is, ‘Hey does it talk?’ And with high expectations you try saying monosyllables to it, thinking probably it might mimic you in the funniest way possible. Well, here goes down your expectation and myth, not all parrots talk. Why?! Simply because they are individuals like us. Parrot species like Amazon parrots and African grey parrots are most famous among the parrot species as they can pick up vocabulary faster and mimic better. Whilst on contrary some of the species won’t talk at all. Even among the above two species, there can be few odd ones who don’t talk or very less in comparison others. The reason for this is still a mystery to the scientist who give the individualistic trait as one of the reasons. Hence so forth, don’t overestimate about the poor parrot, because all parrots can’t speak like you.

5. That Egg is Hers!

Well, it doesn’t who came first the egg or the chicken, you simply have your non-veg delicacies without thinking nonsense, but what is to be clarified it that the eggs you have aren’t the ones that would hatch if you keep them warm or something. As a child I often used to do that, thinking that at least one of them would hatch and I would have a chic to play with. Sadly the eggs that we eat are not the fertilized ones. The hen lays eggs regularly, be it fertilized or not. So no you are not committing any crime and killing those babies developing inside the calcium shells. Veggies, take a note!  If you have roosters n your farm and you think probably the hens are having a good time making fertile eggs then you can keep them in the fridge. Refrigeration can  to stop the further growth inside the egg.

6. RAPE RACK

This one goes as a matter of fact, clearing out every possible ‘made-ups’ and beliefs around. You think you get ample calcium supplies from that glass of milk you have everyday (which is actually not true) and with those endorsement brands of milk showing cows happily grazing in the background, it all seems a perfect cycle of milch industry. The horrendous truth being that the milch animals are tortured inhumanly to get you that glass of milk or cup of coffee in the morning. The concept is simple, cows only lactate when they have babies. No baby means no milk. Hence they are impregnated time and again effecting their health and what is done with the calves is even more unfortunate. They are weaned onto some other diet whilst the milk that is supposed to be for the calf goes to us humans. The babies are kept away their mothers, tied all the time with little space to roam around and if they seem of no use, specially the male calves, they end up in slaughter houses. The sorry and disturbing truth, isn’t a myth but a fact covered with the veil of the benefits of developing good health through milk.

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Dandruff is not only the most aesthetically pleasing thing in the world but it is also a sign that the skin of your pet has become stale. This is quite common among pets especially dogs as they eat dry – kibble which is low in moisture and also because they do not drink enough water which leads to constant dehydration and thus, they can readily become flaky and dry in their outer appearance. If pets develop any kind of medical problems such as infections, diabetes or allergies then often the skin is the first to signify a change in general health by becoming roughened and dry. If your pet, too, develops a poor hair-coat or a dry skin then you must consider the following possibilities and go to your veterinarian :-

•  Lusterless coats or dry skin might indicate an improper balance or deficiency of certain essential fatty acids in the pet’s diet. Pet foods are particularly low in certain fatty acids which are beneficial. Fatty acids are relatively dainty and prone to breakdown by improper storage or over – cooking of dry food. If your pet is following the fat – restricted diet then they might be at increased risk of deficiency.
•  Irritated or dry skin might be an antagonistic reaction to the foods which contain additives, preservatives and artificial dyes. Food allergy to some specific ingredients can also cause flaky or dry skin.
•  Mites, flea allergy, yeast ring worms, mange and other bacterial skin infections can often cause skin redness, itchiness, dry – skin and also hair loss.
•  Endocrine problems such as diabetes, cushing syndrome, hypo or hyper thyroid ism etc, hormonal problems, skin cancer and immune problems are some of the serious causes the skin flakiness.
  There can be many causes of dry skin and various tests might need to be performed if you want to find an exact precise diagnosis. Usually, a skin scrape with the microscopic examination is the first step at the office of your veterinarian. Occasionally allergy testing, dandruff or hair culture, blood test or biopsy will have to be performed.

WHAT KIND OF DOGS GET DANDRUFF?

TREATMENT OF DANDRUFF :-

1. PETS ARE WHAT THEY EAT :-

As i already said that our adorable pets need some certain amount of fat in their diet, but do remember to provide good type of fat, not bacon, in order to keep their skin supple and nice, and fur shiny. You can either switch their diet to a holistic, high quality food or you can also supplement oils in their diet, specifically designed for pets. It is very important for our pet to drink plenty of water in order to stay healthy and hydrated. Our body is of 70% water and yes, our pets, too, are no different. Pets which are in continual state of the dehydration are more likely to develop symptoms of kidney disease and many more other diseases. So, If your adorable pet does not drink sufficient water then you can add water in his food. You can also include canned food in the diet of your pet as it provides essential water supplementation and is wonderful for organ hydration.

2. BATHING :-

Bathing your dog regularly, can help to wash away dandruff peels, however redundant  bathing can make the situation only  worsen. So you can give bath to your dog once in a month during winter and Twice or thrice a month during summer season. When you are planing to give bath to your pet then it is very important to use the right type of shampoo. And no, i am not taking about the bottle of shampoo in your shower which YOU use, as that is not for your pet. There are many shampoos available in the market which are specifically designed for your pets and can help you in getting rid of dandruff. If your pet is showing even a small sign of having dandruff then you must use dandruff shampoo to bath him. However, if the problem persists even after applying of dandruff then it is advised that you should seek some professional help bin vet.
You’ll know definitely  the right time when is to go out and buy dandruff shampoo for your pet if you begin to see dead skin or white flakes shedding from your dog’s fur.

3. IMPORTANCE OF GROOMING :-

It is another way of keeping your pet dandruff – free. Brushing your endearing pet not only makes your pet feel nice and keep his fur shiny, burr – free and and smooth but it also helps in distributing the natural oils of your pet’s coat and also massage his skin. However you should choose your brush carefully as if its too soft then it will not work whereas if the brush is too stiff then it will annoy rather than helping. Pet owners must determine the amount of brushing needed as it can exfoliate the skin of your pet. Usually cats generally self – groom whereas long – haired cats might need assistance. Also, double coated fur may trap the dead skin underneath it so you must take extra -care to brush your pets.

4. SUPPLEMENTS :-

Fatty acids supplements are important with skin conditions in all pets. Fatty acids help in eliminating the inflammation within the irritated skin and thus, help in improving skin suppleness and moisture, regardless of underlying problem. Most of the people are well known with the fatty acids like omega 3 which are commonly found in fish oils.

5. SEE A VET :-

If you take your pet to a veterinarian then he will know exactly what to do in treating your little fluffy friend.  They may advice you to do the therapies, additionally, in treating dry skin, however the above methods for treating dry skin is more economic – free.

And last but not the least, do not forget to spend more valuable time with your pet so that he might not feel alone, so good luck!

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Every one of us has a dream pet which we would like to pet with us and take care of them. Sometimes due to the care which is involved in petting an animal or worries like having kids around with us of which we deny the thought of petting our favourite pets. Such concerns which are involved and we think of while deciding to pet our kind of pet now we need to think again about them…

It is very surprising to know how petting animals is beneficial for your kids and what are the things that your kids can learn from your pets. Your kids will learn various tricks and nature of the kind of animal that you are going to pet but what they will learn more from your pets will be valuable, such things which are much more than the usual lessons which are taught. They learn to love without expecting anything in return, sense of humanity and empathy with animals and inculcate feeling of care in your kids.

Here are some pets that you can have with you which are beneficial for you and your family which stays around you.

DOGS ARE THE BEST AMONG ALL

Most of us just love dogs and wish to pet one. Just having dogs around us makes people feel active and lively. Petting a dog has many benefits and advantages in itself. Dogs have powerful sense which can detect various kinds of disease and warn us a very early stage, they can detect most types of cancers in humans. Having kids and dog together helps them to build their immune system as being dirty is not always bad though. Dogs make humans more caring, loving and extra vigilant. So having and petting a dog is the best choice of all others that one can pet and an obese dog should not be petted as the life of fatter dogs is less compared to fitter one.

CATS FOR SPACE CRUNCH AND LOW MAINTENANCE

Cats are good for those houses where the space of the house is restricted and can be opt if a dog cannot be petted in such small space as dogs need a bigger area to move around and be active. On the other hand cats can live well in a small space and they don’t require a lot of maintenance and cleanliness behind them. A small kitten should be opt rather than a grown up cat so that it adds to the years of togetherness and you can have your pet for a longer period of time.

GUINEA PIGS OR FERRETS

Guinea pigs are cute and tougher than the rabbits; they do not require care which is involved in petting rabbits. If you want to opt such a pet which takes least space in your house and be as cute as rabbit then you can opt for them. Rabbit needs a lot of care and attention but if you think you are not able to take proper care of them and your kids and family but want have a cute pet then the guinea pig is the best choice.

Ferret also make a very good choice for pets and are not like rabbits that need a lot of care and attention and are tough survivors. They are a good choice if you have grown up kids who can better stay with them without getting frighten, and will be also very disturbing to get into a hustle and bustle to chase your little pet. They can make their house and holes in any part of your house or a very loving apparel of yours. They are a good choice if you are fond of them and can handle the fun that they create around them. But the thing that you need to take care of is that they can find a way out of your house and you will end up chasing them so be careful of this little fur kid of yours.

RABBITS IF YOU CAN PROVIDE MORE CARE

Rabbits are the cutest pets that one can have but which involve a lot of care and maintenance. If you have kids below 6 years then petting rabbits are not recommendable. They suit the best for the people who can take constant care of their pet and regular clean their place so as to maintain proper hygiene for them. Unlike dog and cat who are self sufficient at times rabbit completely depend on you for almost everything. So rabbit suits the best where the kids are above a certain age and there are people who can take their proper care all day long, and remember to clean their hutch at every interval to keep them hygienic.

HAVE YOUR OWN MARINE WORLD

Undoubtedly having a small aquarium in your house is not only petting some fishes but also adds to the show and the look of your house. They not only fascinate kids but also grownups who may just love having a look into your small pond. Fishes are not only good look enhance of the house but are also kept for the feng sui purposes as well. It is recommended by many astrologers to keep fish tank in your house in particular place.
Fishes are easy to keep and do not require high maintenance but they need cleaning and filtering their water tank.

Goldfishes are not only good for house feng sui purpose but they are better than other fish breeds. Fish tanks are good if you have kids of age above than two years who will understand and love to look at them. The thing that should be kept in mind getting a fish tank is to clean the fish tank at regular interval.

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We pet-parents have always been welcomed invariably; by malls, restaurants, parks, gardens, beaches and all other places that are openly accessible; by a sign board that says “Pets Not Allowed!” This has been a bone of contention for almost all the pet-parents. Somewhere or the other, there is a bit of a hesitation in allowing pets into public places due to various reasons. One of the most cited reason is hygiene, disturbance and most importantly space crunch. For the ones, like me, who tried to sneak our pets into a restaurant or even a garden, have always been reminded of our pets being “animals”. While at home, we pet-parents have always made sure that our pets get the same treatment that any of our family members do; it becomes heart-wrenching when somebody, in a very crude manner, points it out that your pet is “after all, an animal”. Let alone being welcomed whole heartedly, our pets do not even get the basic respect or compassion that each living being deserves. Some cafes, who claim themselves to be pet-friendly, have an outdoor area where we need to seat our pets. But, for obvious reasons you could always tell that your pet is not being welcomed whole heartedly. There are countries which feature fine dining restaurants that allow customers to bring their pets along. But that is a far cry as far as our country is concerned. So one has no choice but to leave his pet alone at home.

It might as well be a dream come true for many pet-parents who have been yearning to go out and have a dinner with their pets. I have had such experiences too. I had to leave Angel (my 6 year old Daschund) at home and go for a dinner. Not that she didn’t have anything to eat, she had her favourite food in her platter. But as soon as I came back home, I could see her being sad and that her platter is untouched. It would always make me feel guilty, for I might have had a sumptuous meal and Angel here, would have starved herself. This would not have happened if I could take her along.

Veterinary doctors claim that this separation can lead to ‘behavioural issues’. According to them, the pets that are frequently brought outdoors and made to socialise with other pets and humans are the happiest pets of all. But how many of us get to do that? On a weekday, each one of us has his own livelihood to work for and on a weekend, we always have to leave our pets at home when we have to go out for a dinner or a party. Is there no work-around for this?

Yes, there is. This article is all about the places, for Mumbaikars, where they could enjoy dining, not only with their loved ones (humans) but also with their pets.

Gostana is one of the first places in Mumbai that whole heartedly welcomed our pets. A café that is famous for its healthy salads and burgers, is also a heaven for pet-parents and their pets. The homely set up and a cozy atmosphere, makes it the right place to spend time with your pet. Located in Bandra, it offers home cooked healthy pet meals too. The only thing you need to do is to inform them that you are going to bring your pet so that your pet too enjoys a sumptuous meal while you dive into their yummy burgers. Not just for this, Gostana is also famous for Apple! Now, here neither am I talking about the famous tech biggy company not about the fruit. Apple is a very adorable Labrador. She would be the first one to welcome you in. There are people who come to Gostana just to spend time with Apple. These are the ones who cannot or are compelled not to have pets.

Alibaba is a restaurant in Apollo Bunder. It allows dogs in its outdoor porch. You can walk your pet near the Getaway of India and make the moment memorable by having a delicious meal at Alibaba. In this café, which is located in Colaba, you can as well place an order for your pet and the same will served to him.

The Bagel Shop is your destination if a cozy, comfortable and peaceful place is your preference. As in case of Alibaba, here too pets are only allowed in the outdoor seating area. But you need not worry as the area is well covered, thus making it -and I quote them here -“the perfect place for you and your pet to lounge with ease.”

Mutt Hutt Café is a pop-up restaurant. Pop-up, meaning the establishment is not permanent and that it keeps shifting from place to place. The major reason for such an arrangement is that the licensing rule for any permanent eatery prohibits cooking for pets and humans under a single roof. This is one of the places where the pets and their pet-parents can dine together. And mind you, not just dine but take part in other fun activities as well. This arrangement is a clever one, because on one hand it gives its customers a delightful experience with their pets and on the other hand it also gauges market’s response to such a pet café. The Mutt Hutt Café keeps popping up at various locations in and around Mumbai. It is an ideal pet café, though a temporary one.

Undoubtedly, the above mentioned places are worth visiting. Such pet-friendly efforts are commendable. But nothing makes your pet happier than you spending time with him. The amount of time spent with him is also secondary, what is of most importance is the quality of the time spent.

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Why do people keep pets? What is that pushes them to spend their extra time, attention, expense on some random animal? Why people are ready to make a pet a part of the family? Some of the obvious reasons can be to shed boredom, to make their children happy, to establish a status in society owning a pedigree or may be just to get a companion. They don’t speak human yet we try to bind them into an owner-pet bond, which not only provides a love-affection binding but a lot more. Though they are categorized as animals and claimed to not understand human emotions, they still and time and again have proved to be our best friends.

So how keeping a pet helps us live better? Let us have a look.

7. Human needs and Benifits

Pets were basically used to fulfill needs of humans, for domestication. The poultry and dairy pets are kept for wool, flesh, milk and eggs. The horses and donkeys carry our loads. Some are even for leisure and sports. A dog for protection and cats and other small pets are for companionship and leisure. The basic need was to fulfill our own day to day needs that we began petting animals. With time it has developed from a benificial relationship to a good companionship.

6. Routine your Life

Once a pet comes into your life, you get to shed off the procrastination you carry out every day. No matter how lazy you are, you need to get up to feed your pet, clean it up, play with it, may be take it out for walk but overall you will enjoy all of it. With the well on time feeds and walks, regular cleaning and grooming, you will surely end up retuning the clock of your life while doing it for your pet.

5. Increase your social circle

Yes that’s true! When you take your pet out for a walk you will always meet up other owners and tend to interact with them. You meet people in training centers, clubs, pet stores, pet shows and public parks. Believe me, you end up going out and making new buddies when you are out there with your pet, the conversation starting by talking about each others pets and their behavior. You may progress from having a cup of coffee together to being really good friends!

4. Family Bonding

Children love playing around with pets. They can be one of the reasons for your kid’s joyous day to day activities. Kids can learn to develop affectionate and caring nature from the very beginning, by regular petting and pampering their pets. Even the elderly, who sometimes feel lonely and don’t mingle up with other members of family, get to have a companion and to enjoy lives by spending time with pets. A pet generates affection, laughter fun and exuberance among the people it lives around and hence gets the family together.

3. Relieving Anxiety

Touching, petting, pampering, cuddling your pet can reduce stress levels considerably low. Remarkable behavior changes have been observed in prisoners who have been exposed to being with pets. A sense of comfort and satisfaction is observed in spending time with pet. Your pet always tends to divert your mind and attention to pull it towards it. It is scientifically proved that pet owners are less likely to suffer depression than those who don’t have one. There have been many good outcomes of keeping a pet considering health, behavior, fitness stress etc. Also it is very satisfying to take care of another living creature. According to a research, presented in American Heart Association, the stress and blood pressure levels in stockbrokers, who had been on medication, had come down significantly come down, after they took to petting an animal along with medication. The affectionate bond and support can help in reducing stress that is a major contributor to cardiovascular problems.

2. Exercise

Well, not all pets can help you stay fit but most of them can. Take for example of your pet dog or cat. Regular morning and evening walks is good for your pet and healthy for you too. If you are not a regular gym person then make a habit to go for regular walks with your pet or chase your kitty around playfully. That will not only keep you healthy physically but mentally too you will stay off stress and diverted and devoted towards your pet.

1. Companionship

That is one of the most considered reasons for keeping a pet. A new member in family is always welcomed like a guest and so is a pet. Why because you always look forward to develop that bond with your pet. Sometimes even the closest people betray you and you seem alone and lost. But when you have a pet along it gives a sense of comfort and company to be with. A good pet will always try to interact with you or least keep you busy and try building a bond with you if taken well care of.

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I have pet a lot of cats since childhood but they have all been strays. I have found all of them equally cute and equally unique. I have seen cats at adoption centers too. Some of them were exotic to me. But of course, they were all individual entities with their own distinctive traits. But after a little breed-wise research about the most unique cats, I came up with this list.

Abyssinian: Abyssinians have a special trademark feature – they have a ticked coat! Their individual hairs are banded with different colors which gives their coat a ticked look. Kittens are born with a darker coat that lightens as they grow older. Abyssinian is a very beautiful breed of cat.  It has a slender body and is medium in size. Its head is a little wedge shaped, with a slight break at the muzzle. It has large pointy ears that give it a look of alertness all the time. Its remarkably expressive eyes are either golden, green, hazel or copper in colour and are almond shaped depending on the colour of its coat. Its legs are longer in proportion to its body and its paws are small and oval in shape. The same goes for its tail- it is long and tapered on the end.

Bengal: It looks like they apply mascara to their eyes, which is a unique trait in the Bengal cats. The Bengals have a cute body structure. Their head is small and a rounded wedge shape. Their eyes are large and oval and set slightly slanted. They have a strong chin and broad chest. They have a long torso which gives them a foreign as well as oriental look. Their paws are large and rounded with prominent knuckles. Their hip region is pretty muscular, especially in the male. The tail is thick, medium length and rounded at the end. Their hind legs are smaller than their forelegs too. Their coat hair length differs from short to medium. Bengal cats have “wild-looking” markings, such as large spots, rosettes, and a light or white belly. A Bengal’s rosette-d spots occur only on the back and sides, with stripes elsewhere. They have an interesting wild look and an exciting personality!

Toyger: As the name suggests, Toyger looks like a ‘Toy Tiger’! With a striped coat, it is reminiscent of the tiger’s coat. It has a very well defined, long, broad and deep muzzle with rounded muscular contour and the shape of its face resembles an inverted heart shape that makes this cat very adorable looking! Its head medium-sized and has a dominant muzzle on an oval head. It has small, round ears that are set toward the back of its head and has short and thickly furred temples and its eyes are set wide apart like a predator’s. Usually its eye colour is rich and deep. Its torso is long, muscular, athletic and robust. Its tail is very long but not thick, with a blunt, rounded tip. Its fur is dense and short. It has short hair. Its colour markings are very dark and are either black, brown or tan, with an extreme ground pattern contrast i.e. the colour of its stripes and the rest of its coat.

Egyptian Mau: If you have watched Halle Berry’s ‘Catwoman’, then you know which breed I am talking about. Their hind legs are longer than their front legs, which gives them the appearance of standing on their toes when they are upright. They also land on their back feet more often than their front. Maus are small to medium sized and have short hair. The spots of the Mau occur only on the tips of the hairs of their coat rather than on their skin. Maus are the fastest of the domestic cat breeds.

Norwegian Forest: The equilateral triangle-shaped head of the Norwegian Forest Cat contributes to the unique appearance of this breed. It is a large, semi-longhaired breed whose rugged appearance fits the name. They have large almond shaped eyes and have very hairy tails that gives them a very enchanting look. ‘Wegie’ is short for the gentle and friendly Norwegian Forest Cat. Because of their place of origin, Norway, they have woolly undercoats and long topcoats that shed water with ease. ‘Skogcatt’ is the local name for this breed.

Manx: Not having a tail doesn’t make them any less of a cat and that is exactly what a Manx proves! They have a naturally occurring mutation that either shortens their tail or makes them entirely tail-less! Apart from this distinctive feature, Manx cats are just like other cats. They come in all shapes and sizes. They are known by another name ‘stubbin’, since their tails are like stubs. People have also sub divided them into two categories- ‘rumpies’ that have absolutely no tail and ‘stumpies’ that have a small hint of a tail.

Maine Coon: The Maine Coon is the official Maine State Cat! It is the oldest and largest domesticated breed of cats in the world. It is also known as the American Longhair. They have a sturdy, rugged appearance, which includes an uneven, shaggy coat of three distinct lengths and a long, well furnished tail. They carry that tail proudly and use it to surround themselves for warmth and protection in the harsh cold of Maine. They have well tufted paws to allow ability to walk on top of snow despite their size and weight. Their ears are large and well tufted for protection and warmth. They have been dubbed the “Gentle Giant” of the cat world!

Munchkin: Munchkins are ‘regular cats’ with short legs. They owe their short legs to a naturally-occurring genetic mutation, and not from human manipulation. Don’t think that their short legs preclude them from jumping on the owner’s sofa or chair. They might not go as high as other cats, at least not in one leap, but they get there eventually. They have a moderate body type and medium-plush coat. They come in all coat colors and patterns due to its outcross with many other breeds. They also comes in a long-haired variety has a semi-long silky coat. They also have an endearing way of sitting up, rabbit-like, on their hind legs, a trait which gave the Stalingrad cat the name of “Stalingrad Kangaroo Cat.

Ragdolls and Ragamuffins: They are perfectly named as they become very limp like a ragdoll when they are picked up! They all have oval shaped blue eyes and a distinct colour point coat. Ragdolls come in six different colors – red, seal, chocolate, flame, blue, lilac and cream, including the tortoiseshell pattern in all colors. Ragdoll kittens are born white and their colour starts to develop after two months. The four different patterns are: Pointed (One color darkening at the nose, ears, tail, and paws), Mitted (Pointed with white mittens on paws and abdomen), with or without a blaze (a white line or spot on the face plus a white belly stripe that runs from the chin to the genitals), bicolor (white legs, white inverted V on the face, white abdomen and sometimes white patches on the back) and lynx (any of the above patterns with tabby markings). They are medium long in height and have plumed tails and their fur gets matted.  They can be 3 times the size of other cats. They are muscular and semi-long haired. They have a bunny like coat which makes them very endearing. Ragamuffins are the same as ragdolls only their walnut shaped eyes can be any colour including blue and their coats cannot be pointed. Their fur does not matt and a weekly brushing will do. They tend to overeat and become obese. Owners should keep an eye on what their cats are eating. They love attention and love kids.

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Are you looking for birds? Obviously you will be searching for the fun chirpy kind of birds and not ominous ravens or rooks. An extremely popular choice of a pet bird is the love bird. These cute birds are extremely friendly and will capture your heart at first sight, staying true to their names. Maybe you have just got your pet love bird or love birds (since they are seldom found as a single bird) or you might be thinking of getting love birds as pets. One thing you must absolutely know about is, how to take care of them.

Any genuine pet lover would not even think of getting a pet without learning to take care of them. The first important step is figuring out your love bird’s living arrangements. Love birds, which belong to the parrot family, are loud and active birds. They are impulsive and stubborn and would definitely require a certain amount of attention from you.  Here are a few guidelines to housing your pet love bird.

Cage:

Obviously, you would require a cage for your pet love bird. However the size of the cage plays a crucial role in ensuring that your love bird is comfortable. Even though they are small birds which typically grow to 13-17 cm in length, they require spacious cages for their active personalities.  A cage which is of the size 20 inches x 20 inches would do well. At the same time make sure that the holes in the cage are not too large, the maximum space should be half an inch. It would be better if the cage is longer and wider, rather than a cage which a greater height. The reason is because birds fly horizontally and your pet love birds can fly around with ease. Of course, there are wide varieties of cages available for birds, so you have a lot of space to explore and pick out a cage that suits your personality and which is also much appreciated by your love birds.

Perches:

Once you have got your cage down pat, the next step in making a homey place for your pet love birds would be to get perches for them to rest on. Perches are a must for your cage and it would be a good choice to purchase a wide variety of perches. The cage must be fitted with perches of varying lengths at different height levels. This would ensure that your lovebirds have various places for them to rest on. Just like cages, perches are also available in abundance in different materials ranging from wood, plastic, and metal to even concrete. It would be a great idea to buy perches of different diameters as it would ensure that the birds would exercise their leg muscles too while they perch on them. Here is a tip, place the perches away from the water and food bowl as this would ensure that the bird’s droppings do not fall into their food.

Dishes:

Once the perches are good to go, the next thing you should invest for your love birds would be their food and water dishes. There is no specific material from which you need to buy dishes. Just ensure that the dish is not made of any toxic substance which might slow poison your birds. Your most important duty would be to endure that the food and water dishes are always clean. Remember, raising a pet is fun but you should also ensure that you are fully committed to task, which includes all the cage cleaning and no dirty dishes!

It would be best if you could have around 3 dishes in a cage for your pet love birds. One dish would be filled with water, another would be for the commercial seed mixes which would be what you would be feeding your love birds on a regular basis. The third dish is for the chopped fruits or vegetables which you may place as treats for your love birds from time to time. When you do feed them fresh fruits or vegetables, make sure you clean the dishes even if the birds don’t consume them, as rooting fruits or veggies are thriving grounds for bacteria which may infect your birds. Thus, it would do good to go with the ideal 3 dish combination.

Toys:

There is no fun for kids without toys, and your pet birds are no exception. They do require something to spice up their boring caged life and fill them with enthusiasm in their constraints. Toys would fulfill your bird’s fun quotient. Love birds love toys that swing and also those which jingle like bells. Make sure these toys are made of materials which do not cause harm to the birds and those which do not unravel easily. Positioning of toys is as important as the toys, as they should be placed in a way that it does not clutter the cage and make it difficult for the love birds to fly around in their cage. Surprise your love birds by switching their toys from time to time. Go creative and try to even create your own toys for your pet birds, as long as they do not contain small parts which could be pecked out and swallowed, you could be an expert toy crafter for your pet love birds.

These are a few essentials on housing your pet love birds, and ensuring that they are as happy as they can be! Remember to position the cage in a proper spot for your birds. Once everything is set, it is time to lean back and watch your pet love birds flutter around as they chirp with joy!

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Some pet owners are extra ordinarily dedicated and attached to their loving animal companions, so obviously when their best friends die, they will be grief – stricken and sometimes demolished. Towards this attitude of pet owners, other people often made fun of them by saying that ” How can you cry over a pet?”  But this have seriously changed in the last forty years. However people’s attitude towards those people may change but the misconceptions about pet still exists which are as follows :-

1. Pet loss is insignificant when compared to the loss of human life. To mourn the loss of a pet devalues the importance of human relationships : -

This is so wrong. People are capable of caring and loving both animals and humans and when they live day – night with ONE person, he’ll get attached with it, doesn’t matter if he is a human or animal.  The loss of a lovable animal can be equally emotionally significant or even more than a human. You cannot forget the time you have spend with your beloved pet.

2. It is best to replace the lost pet as quickly as possible. This will ease the pain of loss :-

Animal companions can’t be replaced, i mean seriously, how can someone even think about this? If your any friend dies, can you stop mourning by replacing him to other friend? No, you can’t.  All of them different, separate individuals with unique personalities, People will need to be emotionally ready to adopt another pet before they can adopt a new animal into their family and hearts. Some people try to avoid the process of mourning  by getting a ”replacement pet” which is not god for pets and people.

3. It is best to mourn alone :-

The myth is that its best to mourn alone, as this is the way of being independent and strong and burden other people with your problems. And also people thinks that everyone will make fun of them if they mourned over a pet.  The truth is, it  really takes  courage to reach out to other people and mourners can get benefit by caring, empathy and understanding of other supportive people.  But make sure to be selective about the person to whom you turn for help as some people do not take the pet loss seriously.

4. It is selfish to euthanize your pet :-

No, not at all. In fact, it is a humane and compassionate way to end quality of a life or intense suffering of your beloved animal. And believe me, it will be very selfish if you prolong the suffering of an injured or seriously ill animal. Just ask yourself – Whose best interests and needs are being served – owner who is being selfish here or that animal who is suffering ?

5. The best way to protect yourself from the pain of pet loss is to not get another pet :-

Keeping you away from getting an other animal companion is a very high price in order to insure yourself against experiencing another painful loss of a pet.  But once you are emotionally ready for getting a new pet, you can adopt one, however make sure not to buy a pet which looks exactly same as the previous one as this will only remind you of your loss.

6. Pets don’t mourn for other pets :-

This is not true as some animals can create a strong bond to other animals in the household and if they dies, they will show same signs of mourning as people do such as loss of appetite, acting depressed and ”searching” for that loved one.

7. It is best to protect children from the upsetting truth of what has happened to their pet :-

Some caretakers/parents think that they are doing right by not telling the truth to their children that their pet has died. In order to cover up this story, they make a story that the pet ran away or they gave their pet away.  But what the parents do not realize in doing so, through their deceits and lies, they’re undermining the trust, which children has in them and it will cause much more pain in the long run , for example, some children will only blame themselves if the pet has ”run away”.

8. Pet loss is something you should be able to “get over” on your own. There is no need for someone to see a professional pet loss counselor in order to deal with this :-

Some people have self – interested need for you to get over your pet as soon as possible, they feel uncomfortable with your melancholy. If you broke a leg then you’d go to a doctor in order to get some help so why you would not see a human – animal bond specialist to get some help for your broken heart?   This will be seen as an investment  for your mental health and also peace of mind.

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During fireworks, do you constantly worry about your lovable pets? Are you afraid that if you leave your pet alone in the home and you would find your pet unhappy after coming back to home, or even worse, dead because of too much of loud noises? During fireworks, you cannot ask for a peaceful firework but yes, you can do the best by comforting your pet. Here i am telling you some ways by which you can keep your pet safe during fireworks,

1.  KNOW WHEN FIREWORKS WILL HAPPEN AND HOW THEY WILL IMPACT YOUR HOME :-

If you want to find out when fireworks will happen then contact municipality in your locality.  Then mark that date on your calender so that you won’t forget and to know when you have to care for your pet. If you think that fireworks will also be heard at your house then take all the precautions.  You must check if your pet’s micro chips and ID tags are in date as it will be much easier to find him if he runs away during fireworks. Fireworks can upset pet by noise, flashing lights and smell of sulfur.

2.  PREPARE YOUR DOG :- 

You must prepare your dog before fireworks so he won’t be that scared. You can prepare him for dealing with noise by exposing your pet to other sounds. Desensitization of noises will prevent a fear of loud noises. You can use a CD which sounds scary before the event of firework.

3. PREPARE YOUR HOUSE :- 

During fireworks, your house becomes the safety z9ones for your pets so its important to prepare it as well. Keep some lights on as it will help to calm your pet and will make him feel more comfortable and secure instead of being in a closed dark room. Also, dampen the noise by closing the curtains in your room,  if your pet is in a cage then cover the cage with a thick blanket but make sure that it is breathable enough, otherwise, your pet will feel suffocation, also this will helps those lights flashing on your pet.  In order to drown out the fireworks’ noise, you can plan to use some familiar sounds such as turning the TV, music from a stereo are the familiar sounds which can actually soothe your pet.

4. PREPARE YOURSELF :-

Sometimes, we can transfer some of our angst to pets and upset them, when we want to ease the pain of our pet.  If you have prepared everything properly then you don’t need to worry and feel upset as you can be sure about the safety of your pet.  Remember that the frantic and startled reactions of your pet are often the main source of your tension but you should be ready for their reactions as it will help you to keep calm at that time.

5. CONFINE YOUR PET :-

Place your pet into a chosen room, just half an hour before the fireworks set off.  If you are concerned about not finding your pet before the fireworks then you can consider finding him several hours earlier as cats are not always easy to find.  If you have a dog and he needs to be walked then take him for a walk before fireworks set off. If you have ha caged pet then place him into a comfortable and secure room .

6. PROVIDE FOOD AND HYDRATION :-

When you leave your pet in a confine place then make sure to leave enough food and water as well. Most of the pets will feel frantic and uneasy so if he has access to water then it’ll calm him and also food supplied to him will make him feel like it is just another normal day.

6. KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR PET :-

During fireworks, you should keep an eye on your pet, and if possible stay with him. You can comfort him by talking, you should be friendly with him but do not fuss over her too much as this can increase his anxiety, if it is not possible to stay with him then the previous steps will definitely ensure that your lovable pet is appropriately cared for.  You can also allow your pet to somewhere else in the room as it is their way of coping with something, you should not drag him back into that safe place as it will increase the level of their anxiety.

7.  CHECK ON YOUR PET AFTER FIREWORKS :-

Remove all the protection if you are sure that the fireworks are over.  You should let him to free run in your house in order to check how he behaves. Check the signs of stress in your pet :-

• For cats, stress signs include soiling the house, running away, refusing to eat and hiding away.
• For dogs,  stress signs include running away, barking a lot, soiling the house, cowering, hiding, whimpering, shaking, panting and refusing to eat.

If your pet is stressed then you must keep him indoors for sometime, walk your dog after fireworks  but do not let him off his harness, and make sure to stay with him whole time.

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Do animals have spirits? Do they also become ghosts after they die as many people believe about humans? Perhaps yes. There are many instances, where humans have experienced or felt their pets, better to say apparition of them, long after they have gone to their heavenly abode. It is believed that owners with strong bond with their pets, who suffered great loss after their sudden death, are often approached by ghosts of their pets to remind them that they are alright wherever they are and not to worry about them. It can be a made up story and hypothetical theory, no one knows. Also there are many contradictory questions to it like can only animal pets return as ghosts or if even insects like mosquitoes can come back as phantom animals from the afterlife. Below is a countdown of stories that make you twitch in your seats and leave you baffled. Have a look.

5. Ghost of Ozzy

This is story about a pet ferret, which had to be put down by the owner because of serious illness. Ozzy used to live in the owners grandmother’s house with another pet cat and both were best buddies. After the ferret’s demise, her grandmother started experiencing certain unexpected activities. She claims that every night she felt something climbing under her covers, near her feet. She even tried keeping the night lights on, stripping the bed covers, suspecting it can be mice, but nothing turned up. Also she noticed the cat’s behavior change as if it was playing with Ozzy, as it used to when the ferret was alive. Though her grandmother’s can’t see anything but she is convinced that their pet is still around them and comes to sleep right next to her feet every night.

4. Bandit came Back

This story might not be easy to believe so does every other ghost story unless it is scary. This begins when the owner’s pet died unexpected death while being treated for some illness which it suffered from past three months. The owner was quite attached to the dog and was devastated on hearing the news of his pet dog. Sad and not able to get over this tragedy, one night he went to bed and woke up out of his body. He sat up and looked around to find his dog’s twin sister sleeping at his feet. The room turned dark and he saw his dog, Bandit against his leg, looking at him. Though he didn’t feel scared but certainly he was taken aback. Bandit looked healthy, fresh and wagged its tail continuously. It jumped down and ran off in distance looking back at his owner and wagging his tail. He then woke up suddenly but the out-of-body experience was so realistic that he made a dash to his brother’s room and told him about it. The dog carried a message to his owner as to not worry for it and that he is happy now.

3. Ghost Friend

In one of the cases the owner’s daughter suffered from rheumatoid arthritis since she was 12. Due to this she was in discomfort most of the time. But the strange part was that from the past couple of years she had been telling her mother that a ghost visited her and sat on her bed when she really felt sad. She claimed that it always sat right next to her feet and the mattress would depress right there when it would sit. Suddenly a realization dawned upon her mother who was dead sure now that it was their cat Andy, whom they had lost couple of years back. How? Well, Andy, when alive used to follow the same routine when her daughter would have been sad before.

2. Diabolic Cat

Not satisfied with the above stories? How about a ghost cat lurking around in Washington D.C? Demon D.C is the name given to the cat that haunts the government buildings in Washington D.C. The story behind it begins when cats were brought in the basement tunnel of the building to get rid of the rat menace. As the legend goes, there is a black cat ghost that is seen before and after the presidential elections in Washington D.C. It was spotted by the White House guards, the night before John F. Kennedy’s and Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. The cat is said enlarge to the size of a tiger and even pounce on its victim and disappear in mid air. In an incident in 1890, one of the guards had fired at it while the other got a heart after seeing it, though it vanished.

1. Out of Ouija

Calley had a pet cat called Princy, which was seven human years when it had died few years back. This story is about two curious friends who played with Ouija Board one night. Dangerous as it is, they tried with the game and started asking question to the spirits like, ‘What is your name?’ and ‘How old were you when you died?’ The thing that frightened them was when the board replied that its name was Princy and it is seven years old. After finishing off the game, strange things started happening day by day. Calley heard moans of cat, the same she had heard when Princy was dying. Often she would here purring sounds in the basement which would often scare her. All this continued for some time but eventually dropped to nothing. Calley thinks it was Princy’s way of saying goodbye to her owner.

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