Man Who Spent Rs 12 Lakh to 'Turn Into a Dog' Now Seeks to Meet a 'Girl Dog' and Pursue Acting in Films A man in Japan with a love of dogs spent 12 lakhs to turn into a dog and now wants to act in films and meet a girl dog. He grabbed the global attention by his costume, body language and more to resemble a dog. Coolie was...
Naeema Mea’bed fulfills her passion for cats by opening the "MEOW Cat Cafe" in Gaza. The café, the first of its kind in the region, boasts a cat-themed ambiance with mirrors, flower vases, and posters featuring the 14 resident cats available for guests to interact with. The café's opening drew a long queue of eager customers, prompting Mea’bed to accommodate more tables and seats for families who brought their children...
Just like humans, pets can also experience blindness, yet many pet owners may not be familiar with its causes, symptoms, and preventive strategies. Dr. Dilip Sonune, the director of veterinary services at Wiggles.in, explains that various factors, ranging from poor nutrition to old age, injuries, or accidents, can lead to blindness in pets. Common Causes of Blindness: Glaucoma: Increased pressure in the eye, often due to genetics or other conditions...
At Delhi's Pet Festival, the red carpet wasn't just for celebrities; it was all about the four-legged stars stealing the show. After a three-year hiatus, pet parents and their fashionable pets strutted their stuff at NSIC Okhla grounds. The highlight? A fashion show where pets of all ages flaunted their best attire, vying for the title of the most stylish pet based on costume, demeanor, and grooming. For those seeking...
Dr. Aishwarya R, a veterinary officer at Wiggles, emphasizes the importance of paying attention to changes in your pet's behavior, as they can indicate serious health issues, including cancer. Appetite and Weight Loss: Reduced appetite and sudden weight loss can signal cancer. Cancerous cells consume energy and nutrients, leading to weight loss. Even pets like parrots, hamsters, and rabbits may exhibit these symptoms. Difficulty Eating or Swallowing: Struggling to eat...
In collaboration with Whiskas, Mars Petcare organized the second PetGala, featuring a massive adoption drive in conjunction with the Feline Club of India (FCI) on Sunday. The event aimed to raise awareness about pets and spotlight the Indie Mau breed. The highlight of the PetGala was the Championship Cat Show, where four international judges—Allan Raymond (Australia), Jan Rogers (US), Fadly Fuad (Indonesia), and Indra Lubis (Indonesia)—presided. Attendees also had the...
It's no surprise that children are drawn to pets; the love and companionship they receive from furry friends can be profoundly fulfilling and mentally enriching. Neha Jain, an author at Merlinwand—an online platform offering personalized books for children—highlights the significant benefits of having a pet, especially in households with single children. Interacting with pets fosters empathy, trust, responsibility, and understanding in children, enhancing their overall development. Jain references a study...
Many pet parents often face the dilemma of canceling vacations or struggling to find pet-friendly accommodations. However, the challenge extends beyond lodging, as traveling with pets can be equally daunting. But fret not, as Akasa Air, India's new scheduled airline, will soon allow domesticated cats and dogs on board alongside passengers, starting next month. “Domesticated dogs and cats can travel from November, and bookings for this service will commence from...
Just like children, some dogs can be particular about their food choices. As a pet parent, you understand the crucial role that diet plays in ensuring the well-being of your furry companion. What they consume directly impacts their weight, mood, energy levels, and overall health. Dr. Dilip Sonune, director of veterinary services at Wiggles, emphasizes that inadequate nutrition can leave your dog feeling lethargic and irritable. On the occasion of...
India has achieved a significant milestone in pet health with the development of the country's first Covid-19 vaccine for animals. Dubbed 'Anocovax,' the vaccine has been created by the ICAR-National Research Centre on Equines in Haryana. Anocovax is deemed safe for a variety of animals, including dogs, cats, lions, leopards, mice, and rabbits. According to the ICAR-National Veterinary Research Center in Hisar, Anocovax is an inactivated SARS-CoV-2 Delta (Covid-19) vaccine,...