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E D I T O R I A L Dear Pet Parent/Pet Lover, Greetings from Himalaya Wellness Company! Being a pet parent drives you into new horizons of learning. One such important learning is to understand your pet's nutritional needs, so that he/she receives appropriate nutrition to support growth and development. Find out more about age-appropriate nutritional needs for puppies in the Nutrition Guide section. On similar lines, an article in the Connect and Communicate section provides insights on deciphering stress cues of dogs, so that one can respond to them suitably. Also, informative write-ups about the deleterious health consequences of overfeeding your pets, the root causes of gastrointestinal problems in dogs and the necessary preventive measures, effective tips for maintaining your pet’s ear hygiene, and much more have been put together in this issue. If you would like to share your experience(s) about pet parenting, we are all ears! Please do join our Happy Together Club to share interesting anecdotes about your pet(s) and the best clicks of your pet(s) posing with you (see Page 24 for more details). For suggestions/feedback, please write to allaboutpets@himalayawellness.com Happy reading! — Editor All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 i
ii All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 C o n t e n t s 7 5 LOVE AND CARE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING 22 BRAIN TICKLERS 1 NUTRITION GUIDE 3 BREED PROFILE 17 INTERESTING FACTS
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 iii 9 PURR ZONE 10 IN THE NEWS 23 11 EXPERT'S COMMENTS HAPPY TOGETHER 25 FROM THE VETS 15 PET CARE
1 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 NUTRITION GUIDE Dietary Requirements for Early Development in Puppies The joy of bringing home a puppy is unmatched. Raising and bonding with the puppy during the active growth phase is as much a responsibility as it is fun. The puppy becomes totally dependent on the new parents for his/her health and well-being, and in return showers the parents with immense love and affection. As a pet parent, it is important to learn about the pet’s nutritional needs, so that the pet receives age-appropriate nutrition and has a healthy growth phase. Establishing a healthy lifestyle for the pet right from the beginning is essential. Creating a pet nutrition
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 2 plan that is specific to the pet’s dietary needs, following an exercise routine, and consulting a veterinarian regularly are crucial for a puppy’s health and longevity. Foods to Support Early Development Many pet parents adopt puppies when they are about 6 weeks old. However, if they decide to raise a puppy from birth, they need to understand the nutritional requirements of the early developmental phase. The puppy would require all the nutrition that his/her mother's milk otherwise provide. If the puppy has been weaned early, then a calcium supplement may be needed. At about 3 to 4 weeks, a puppy’s body and bones are quite delicate. It is by week 4 that the teeth start showing up, and the puppy starts to nibble. 3 to 4 weeks At 3 to 4 weeks, the puppy is highly energetic and active. At this stage, the puppy requires a protein-rich diet. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, each meal should contain at least 25% to 30% protein to meet a puppy’s energy requirement. This may require supplementing the puppy’s meal with an extra source of protein such as food supplements infused with raw meat. 6 weeks By 6 weeks, puppies can progress to other solid foods such as fruits and vegetables, and they must start adapting to an adult dog’s diet. The switch to solid foods causes unpleasant physiologic reactions and digestive problems in puppies while they attempt to adapt to the new diet. Dietary supplements can be provided to support their digestive system with the transition to solid foods. Vitamin D supplements will help strength their teeth and bones, which in turn will aid in improving their chewing ability. Zinc and magnesium supplements will benefit the developing digestive tract. Foods to Avoid Foods such as garlic, onion, chocolates, and raisins can harm the puppy’s digestive tract, and hence, should not be given. “All his life he tried to be a good person. Many times, however, he failed. For after all, he was only human. He wasn’t a dog.” – Charles M Schulz
3 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 BREED PROFILE PROFILE Country of Origin Weight Length Coat Color Life Expectancy Thailand Upto 6 kg Upto 24 inches Seal, chocolate, blue, and lilac Upto 12 years Siamese Cat
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 4 Personality Traits The Siamese cat is one of the original breeds of pedigreed cats. They are medium-sized, and are of two types: traditional, which is round built, and modern, which is lean built. Siamese cats have striking blue eyes, are great climbers, and are very friendly, needing constant interaction. They are very vocal, and have loud, deep voices. Grooming Requirements Siamese cats have very short fur that needs good care. As cats self-groom by licking, the licking results in the ingestion of fur, eventually leading to a hair ball (a compact mass of hair formed in the stomach). Hence, a weekly brushing session is necessary to remove loose hair and reduce the occurrence of hair balls. The claws of Siamese cats should be trimmed every 10 to 14 days. Regular brushing of their teeth is a must to prevent periodontal diseases. Nutritional Needs Siamese cats do not have any special nutritional needs; however, it is important to feed them a protein-rich, low-carbohydrate diet, to prevent obesity. Dry cat food can help keep the teeth and gums healthy, while wet food provides fluids for cats that may not drink enough water. Physical Exercise and Training Siamese cats are very playful. They tend to climb to high places, as they are good climbers; hence it is ideal to have ample provisions for them to climb to elevated heights at home, such as a cat tree. “A happy arrangement: many people prefer cats to other people, and many cats prefer people to other cats.” – Mason Cooley
5 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 LOVE AND CARE Ear Care for Dogs Dogs’ ears are sensitive. Wax and oil buildup inside the ears increases their susceptibility to infections. External factors such as excessive humidity or exposure to allergens can further increase the risk of ear infections. The following are the symptoms of an ear infection in dogs: • Odorous discharge from the ear • Swelling or redness in the ear canal • Pawing or scratching the ear frequently If a dog exhibits any of these symptoms, it is recommended to consult a veterinarian immediately. Checking Your Dogs' Ears Ear infections in dogs can be prevented with regular cleaning. Dogs’ ears must be checked once every week or once every fortnight. Routine checking will not only enable pet parents to identify possible issues well in time but will also make the dogs comfortable with having their ears touched. A common question that most pet parents ask veterinarians is whether they should clean their dogs’ ears regularly. The answer is yes. Keeping the dogs’ ears clean will help their overall well-being.
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 6 Cleaning Your Dogs' Ears For cleaning a dog’s ears at home, a mild dog ear cleanser can be used. The cleanser must be instilled into the dog’s ear canal while holding the ear flap upright. While the cleanser penetrates the ear canal, the base of the ear must be gently massaged with the fingers for about 15 to 20 seconds. Any extra solution spilling out of the ear or loose earwax can be wiped using a clean cotton ball or pad. Using cotton swabs must be avoided, as they can harm the dog’s ears. The dog may want to shake his/ her head after the cleaning process; a towel will come in handy to wipe any spillage. Ear Care for Dogs After a Swim • After a swim or bath, the dog's ears must be dried completely. • In dogs that swim frequently or breeds that have long, floppy ears, the ears must be cleaned once or even twice a week. Ear cleaning can be an unpleasant experience for dogs. Hence, it is advisable to do it when the dog is in a relaxed mood. Offering treats in between and after the cleaning process can help facilitate the process with less anxiety and fuss.
7 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 The digestive system involves organs such as the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, pancreas, liver, colon, and anus. Its functions are digestion, absorption, motility, and excretion. Along with these functions, the digestive system is also important for maintaining the proper balance of fluids and electrolytes in the body. Like humans, dogs also tend to develop digestion-related problems. The causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment methods are discussed in this article. DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS in Dogs HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 8 Sources: Wag Labs Inc. Digestive problems in dogs. https://wagwalking.com/condition/digestiveproblems. Accessed April 10, 2023. Merck Manual. Introduction to digestive disorders of dogs. https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/digestive-disorders-of-dogs/introduction-to-digestive-disorders-ofdogs?_sm_au_=iVVmD75pksBWWQmnf1HqkKQJBMVpq. Accessed April 10, 2023. Causes The major cause for digestive problems in dogs is frequent changes in their diet. In addition, consumption of unhygienic food and food infected by bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella, parasites such as Giardia, and viruses such as canine parvovirus and canine distemper result in digestive issues in dogs. Symptoms Common symptoms of digestive problems in dogs include vomiting, diarrhea, hematochezia (the passage of blood in the feces), colic, anorexia, gastric dilatation and volvulus, gastroenteritis, and inflammatory bowel disease. Diagnosis If any of the aforementioned symptoms are seen in your dog, consult a veterinarian immediately. The veterinarian will examine the dog and collect information pertaining to diet habits, feeding history, changes in diet, and vaccination. If the veterinarian suspects bacterial infection, blood tests and urine tests will be recommended. In case of parasitic infections, fecal examination will be recommended. If there is an intestinal obstruction, an X-ray and ultrasound will be prescribed. Treatment Appropriate treatment is planned after the diagnosis of the condition. In case of viral infections such as parvovirus, fluid therapy is suggested to prevent dehydration due to diarrhea. If there is persistent vomiting, antiemetics are prescribed. In case of bloody diarrhea, antibiotics are prescribed to stop the secondary bacterial infection. In case of parasitic infections, administration of anthelmintic and antiprotozoal agents is considered. In case of gastric dilatation and volvulus, decompression is done using trocarization and indwelling catheters. Inflammatory bowel disease can be treated with supportive care using anti-inflammatory drugs and w-3 fatty acids. Preventive Measures Following appropriate hygienic methods is very important for controlling the issues and infections of the digestive system. Allocate a clean place for your dog and sanitize the place regularly. Further, vaccination helps prevent infections such as those caused by canine parvovirus and distemper virus.
9 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 PURR ZONE Ear Infection in Cats Cats rarely get ear infections; but when they occur, it can be difficult to understand the causative agent. Causes Ear mites are the causative organism for nearly half of feline ear infections. The secondary causes could be allergies (food and pollen allergies), a tumor or polyp in the ear canal, or perhaps something stuck in the ear canal. Other causes include bacterial or yeast overgrowth, earwax buildup, excess hair in the ear canal, autoimmune conditions, a torn eardrum, improper ear cleaning, environmental irritants, and illnesses that weaken immunity (eg, feline leukemia virus infection). The most common cause of middle ear infections is an infection that has progressed from the outer ear canal. Signs and Symptoms Ear infection in a cat may cause him/her to scratch or paw at the affected ear, or tilt his/her head in the direction of the affected ear. A strong odor, hearing loss, loss of balance, waxy accumulation in or near the ear canal, redness or swelling of the ear flap, or yellowish or black discharge from the ears are other warning signs to look out for. Treatment A veterinarian could prescribe antiparasitic, antifungal, or antibiotic eardrops or ointments if he/she diagnoses that the cat has ear mites or a yeast or a bacterial infection. Oral or injectable medications are recommended if the middle ear is infected, but the eardrum is healthy. If a chronic ear infection is diagnosed, the veterinarian might suggest medications to reduce the swelling of the tissue inside the ear canal. Surgery may be required in some cases to remove the swollen tissue that closes or constricts the ear canal. Pet parents must examine their cat’s ears routinely to make sure the canal is clear; there is no redness, residue, or odor; and the inside of the ear flap is pink. Source: Edgar J. Ear infections in cats: causes, treatment, and prevention. https://pets.webmd.com/. Reviewed November 7, 2022. Accessed February 13, 2023.
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 10 Dogs Can Sense COVID-19 in Humans Previous studies have inferred that dogs are capable of detecting the presence of diseases such as cancer in humans. It is now found that dogs may be just as useful for mass COVID-19 screening as commercially available tests. Researchers of the study published in BMJ Global Health discuss how they analyzed “medical detection canines” by making them sniff human sweat samples, for detecting SARS-CoV-2 infection. In the study, 8 dogs had been trained to recognize the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The dogs were made to sniff sweat samples of 2,802 participants who came to 4 different events. The sweat samples were presented to the dogs in a line-up scenario, where the participants had no direct contact with the dogs. All the participants were tested before the event using rapid antigen test and an RT-qPCR. The dogs achieved a diagnostic specificity of 99.93% (detection of negative samples) and a sensitivity of 81.58% (detection of positive samples). The overall agreement rate was 99.68%. It was observed that the vaccination status, previous SARS-CoV-2 infection, chronic illness, and medication of the participants had no effect on the dogs’ ability to detect an acute infection. The study also demonstrates how dogs can be used to detect SARS-CoV-2 in everyday life, and thus, indicates that dogs can be used as an option for infection control. Source: Brethorst SV. COVID sniffer dogs’ real-life feasibility study is successful. https://medialxpress.com/. Published November 11, 2022. Accessed April 10, 2023. IN THE NEWS
11 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 Tick and Flea Infestation in Pets How do ticks and fleas affect dogs and cats? Pets display unique signs when infested with ticks or fleas. They can be seen biting, scratching, or licking the skin excessively. Loss of fur can occur because of the frequent licking and scratching or as a reaction to tick and flea bites. The pet's gums may turn pale, which is indicative of anemia that occurs due to blood loss. How do I check my pet for flea infestation? Searching for fleas on the pet's body is quite complicated. However, it may be easier to look for the fecal matter of fleas on the pet's coat. How do I protect my pet from flea infestation? Inspect your pets for signs of tick and flea infestation regularly, especially during the warm months when these troublesome parasites are more prevalent. As a preventive measure, bathe your pet with an antiflea shampoo periodically. Use a tick/flea comb to help reduce the number of adult fleas. If signs of flea infestation persist, a follow-up with the veterinarian 2 weeks after the first visit would be necessary to eliminate the fleas in cocoons that may have survived the first round of treatment. How do I check my pet for tick infestation? To check for tick infestation, simply run your fingers through your pet's fur and feel for any tiny lumps. Pay close attention to the typical tick hiding places on the animal’s body, such as the regions behind the collar, around and inside the ears, between the eyelids, between the front thighs, close to the tail, and amid the toes. How do I eliminate ticks from my pet’s body? To spot the tick on a pet’s body, part the pet’s fur. Using a pair of fine-tipped tweezers, grab the tick as closely to the pet’s skin as possible and firmly and gradually raise the tick. Ensure not to jerk or twist the tick because it can cause a part of the tick’s mouth to remain in the pet’s skin. Do ticks and fleas affect humans? Generally, ticks do not have a preference of harboring humans for feeding; however, they are happy to do so on other animal species. Numerous blood-borne pathogens, including those that cause Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever are transmitted to different animals by ticks. Other than in extreme circumstances, fleas do not bite humans. To hatch their eggs, fleas need a blood meal from a dog or cat, and human blood is insufficient for this purpose. But if a pet is severely infested, then the humans at home may get bitten by the fleas and experience swelling, itching, and local irritation. Pets are prone to tick and flea infestation, and are hence, at a risk of contracting diseases such as Lyme disease, tick fever, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Here is some expert advice on how to safeguard your pets from fleas and ticks and prevent the diseases that they transmit. EXPERT'S COMMENTS
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 12 I keep my pet indoors mostly. Do I still need to take any measures to prevent my pet from being infested by ticks and fleas? Tick and flea eggs and larvae are extremely small. Rodents, other infested animals, and birds carry the juvenile ticks and fleas on their backs and transport them into homes. They can cling onto your clothes and shoes from contaminated outdoor places. So, there are possibilities of the pet getting infested by ticks and fleas despite staying indoors. Hence, keeping a parasite control product handy is recommended. How do I protect my pet from fleas and ticks? Keeping the home and surroundings clean and inspecting the pet regularly for ticks and fleas are important. Additionally, I recommend using Erina-EP Shampoo and Erina-EP Powder, from Himalaya Wellness Company, for both dog and cats. These products are natural and safe for the prevention and control of tick and flea infestation. Dr Hamid Shah, BVSc and AH, MVSc, ARSB-NET, PhD Specialist in Internal Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Diagnosis Vetic Pet Clinic Plot No. 675, 778 Vikas Marg, Near Arihant Hospital Sector 45 Gurgaon, Haryana 122003 India Every Thing for Your Everything
13 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 Pet parents should be able to understand what their pets mean by their body language, because dogs communicate mainly through body language. By deciphering their pets’ way of communicating stress, pet parents can respond aptly and help reduce their pets’ anxiety and prevent potentially dangerous situations. The signs of a stressed dog can be identified by looking for several warning signs, as listed below: Growling Growling is not always to show aggression; it could also be an indication that the dog is uncomfortable. The reason could be that something is hurting him/ her, someone is invading his/her space, or he/she is feeling threatened. Growling is often discouraged by pet parents. Also, if the dog is punished for growling, he/she will tend to skip future warnings, by not growling, and could straight away bite instead. Hence, it is important to respect the dog’s space rather than punishing him/her for growling. Giving the dog the space when he/she growls or finding out a way to help avoid the growling are better ways to deal with it. CONNECT AND COMMUNICATE
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 14 For example, if a dog growls during his/her mealtime, then ensure he/she gets the space to eat in peace or if he/she growls when taking away a bone, offer a smaller treat and then take away the bone slowly. Whining or Barking When dogs feel stressed, they whine more. It is almost like an automatic reaction. It could be an indication that something in the environment is causing anxiety. Barking is also a similar response to stress, and puppies cannot always control it. Yawning and Panting Some of the signs of a stressed dog are yawning, panting, and tucked ears and tails. Turid Rugaas, a Norwegian dog trainer, coined the term “calming signals” while describing how dogs communicate. Dogs can avoid stressful situations and calm themselves in more than 30 different ways, according to Rugaas.
Pampering dogs with too many treats or overfilling their food bowl out of love can be harmful to them. Overfeeding dogs can cause serious health issues such as diabetes, arthritis, and heart diseases, and can even shorten their lifespan. When overfed, dogs show symptoms such as loose stools and abdominal discomfort and swelling. Dogs should be fed whole foods such as carrots, celery, pumpkin, green beans, chicken, and apple, which are low in fat and protein. Food requirements of dogs depend on several factors such as age, breed, and activity level. Providing them adequate nutrition and appropriate quantity of food will help prevent toxin buildup, and thus, ensure that the dogs stay healthy. Avoid OverfeedingDogs 15 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 PET CARE
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 16 Therpup is a café meant exclusively for dogs, pet parents, and pet lovers. They not only have a specially curated menu for pet parents, but their menu for dogs is also equally exciting. Therpup offers a variety of dog services. Be it big, small, anxious, happy, or scared dogs, the café offers grooming services for all types and pampers them. Apart from grooming, the cafe also offers training services for all breeds and sizes of dogs. If a pet parent is looking for day care for their dogs or overnight boarding while they are away from the city, Therpup provides dog boarding services too. A swimming pool exclusively dedicated to dogs is also available, to provide the ultimate swimming experience to canines. Where is Therpup located? Therpup Dog Café Kaithota Road, Whitefield Bengaluru 560066, Karnataka India Therpup—A Dog Café PetChatz is a video phone that enables pet parents to stay connected with their pets while they are away from home. The device does not involve any monthly fees and is Wi-Fi enabled. PetChatz offers many facilities such as 2-way video chats, virtual games for dogs, treat dispenser, calming aromatherapy, and pet-to-parent messaging (with PawCall). Pet parents can switch on the PetWatch video recording to capture the pets’ activity. With the help of the PawCall accessory (sold separately), pet parents can train their pets to press the button following the blinking of lights. This way the pets can message their parents and play Source: PetChatz. https://petchatz.com/. Accessed April 6, 2023. PetChatz brain games virtually and get a treat for themselves. The PawCall device can be placed on the floor or the wall near the PetChatz device. The PawCall seamlessly gets connected to PetChatz. Scheduling the time in the PetChatz app will let the pets know when they can message their owner. The PetChatz ringtone helps grab the pets’ attention and lets them know that their parent is available. Image source: https://petchatz.com/ GO TECH PET'S DAY OUT
17 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 Elephants are the only animals that cannot jump. The eyes of ostriches are bigger than their brain. A sloth takes 2 weeks to digest a meal. Horses do not have a gallbladder. INTERESTING FACTS
All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 18 Giraffes have a black tongue and no vocal cords. Dogs can predict natural calamities such as tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Contrary to humans, cats can drink sea water as their kidneys can filter out the salt. Koalas have finger prints similar to that of humans, and hence, their finger prints can be easily misused in crime scenes. Snow leopards do not roar, as their vocal cord is less developed than that of leopards which live in the forests.
19 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 PETS IN BOOKS Benji, a famous canine actor, goes missing while shooting for a movie in Oregon (USA). Benji tries to return to his master, until he happens to see 4 cougar cubs whose mother gets killed by a hunter. Benji decides to protect the orphan cubs from dangerous animals in the forest, and resolves to find another cougar mother to take care of them. Benji the Hunted is an interesting, action-packed, adventure movie about the adorable dog who risks his life to safeguard the cubs and give them a new lease of life. Details Genre: Adventure; Director: Joe Camp; Year: 1987; Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes; Cast: Benjean, Frank Inn, Red Steagall, Nancy Francis Image source: http://spirochaetetrail.blogspot. com/2017/03/benji-hunted-1987-i-told-you-i-was.html Benji the Hunted A Dog’s Journey Narrated from a dog’s perspective, A Dog’s Journey tells the story of Buddy. Being a devoted companion to his master Ethan, Buddy thinks he has fulfilled the purpose of his life by taking good care of Ethan, till Ethan breathed his last. But when Buddy sees Ethan’s granddaughter, Clarity, being dangerously mischievous, Buddy realizes that the little girl is very much in need of a dog to take care of her. He gradually develops a special bonding with Clarity. After his death, Buddy has several reincarnations, and every single time his purpose is to be with Clarity and to protect, cheer, rescue, and care for her during the happy and tough times of her life. Buddy is concerned about Clarity’s care in his absence. Will Buddy be able to find his way back to Clarity on time and protect her as always is what makes the story touching and special. A Dog’s Journey is the story of a dog’s unconditional love and loyalty toward his master and his family, and his journey to find a meaning in his relationships with the people around him. Image source: https://theresasmithwrites. com/2019/03/25/book-review-a-dogs-journey-by-wbruce-cameron/ Sources: Goodreads. A Dog’s Journey. https://www.goodreads. com/. Accessed April 12, 2023. Fantastic Fiction. A Dog's Journey. https://www.fantasticfiction.com/. Accessed April 12, 2023. Sources: Disnerd Movie Challenge. Benji the Hunted. https://disnerdmoviechallenge.com/. Accessed on April 7, 2023. IMDb. Benji the Hunted. https://www.imdb.com/. Accessed April 7, 2023. PETS IN MOVIES PETS IN BOOKS
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SNUGGLE AND GIGGLE 21 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 A kangaroo kept getting out of his enclosure at the zoo. Knowing that he could hop high, the zoo officials put up a 10-feet fence. He was again out the next morning, just roaming around the zoo. A 20-feet fence was put up. Again he got out. When the fence was 40 feet high, a camel in the next enclosure asked the kangaroo, “How high do you think they’ll go?” The kangaroo said, “About 100 feet! Unless somebody locks the gate at night!” Q: What did the grandma cat say to her grandson when she saw him slouching? A: You need to pay more attention to your “paws-ture”. Q: What did the dog owner say to her new puppy? A: You are “paw-fect”. I will love you “fur-ever”! Johnny: Daddy, are caterpillars good to eat? Father: Johnny! Have I not told you not to mention such things during meals! Mother: Why did you say that, junior? Why did you ask the question? Johnny: Because I saw one on daddy’s lettuce; but now it’s gone! Q: What do a shark and a computer have in common? A: They both have “megabites”! “Did you see a paper napkin here with our entire marketing campaign on it?”
BRAIN TICKLERS 1. Find 30 differences between the two pictures. 2. Help the cat to find its way to the milk. All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 22 Answers 1. 2.
23 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 Runner | Rangeet Zozo is a 2-year-old Siberian Husky, and he plays a very important role in our lives. We call him the “pandemic dog”, as we got him during the COVID-19 pandemic. He proved to be a great stressbuster during that period. Zozo is a super active, intelligent, friendly, and playful dog with no aggression at all. His energy and zest have motivated us to have a more active and healthy lifestyle. Everyone in our house is fond of Zozo and adores him a lot. Zozo | Dr Subimal Ganguli HAPPY TOGETHER I am Rangeet, and I am 8 years old. I own a Caravan Hound puppy who is 4 months old. We fondly call him Runner because he loves to run around and is very inquisitive about household items. He chews on whatever items he sees lying around in the house. Runner is growing up very fast, and we love him a lot despite his mischievous nature.
Happy Together Club Join our Happy Together Club by sharing some candid pictures of your pet(s) posing with you and your experiences of being a pet parent. The best photographs and stories will be featured in the forthcoming issues of All About Pets! Terms and Conditions • Submit the photograph(s) in .jpeg format, in portrait or landscape orientation, and with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. • Provide a catchy caption for your photograph(s). • Send across your photograph(s) via e-mail to allaboutpets@himalayawellness.com, with “All About Pets Happy Together Club” as the subject line of your e-mail. • In the e-mail, include the caption for the photograph(s) and a few lines about (i) your pet (name and age) and yourself, (ii) how important your pet is to you, and (iii) your pet’s interesting and unique habits and likes and dislikes. • The best entries will be featured in the forthcoming issues of the magazine. • The photograph(s) you submit will be the property of HimalayaWellness Company. The participants should be aware that Himalaya Wellness Company reserves the right to publish the photograph(s) in All About Pets. All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 24
25 All About Pets • Volume 3 • Issue 3 • May–Aug 2023 Erina-EP Shampoo from Himalaya Wellness Company is excellent for managing tick and flea infestation in dogs and cats. It also works well in puppies and kittens. Dr Sajid Ali Dehradun, Uttarakhand FROM THE VETS Erina-EP Shampoo from Himalaya Wellness Company is one of the best shampoos I have come across. I have been prescribing Erina-EP Shampoo from the past 3 years for puppies and kittens younger than 3 months, and the product has shown good results. ErinaEP Shampoo has a good fragrance, keeps the pets’ skin soft, and is gentle on the pet parents’ skin too. Also, Erina-EP Shampoo suits all dog breeds. Dr B Sri Balaji Hyderabad, Telangana Dr Ashutosh Chaudhary Meerut, Uttar Pradesh Erina-EP Shampoo is remarkable in freeing pets from ticks and fleas. Also, Erina-EP Shampoo is cost effective. I recommend all pet parents to use ErinaEP Shampoo, as I am extremely satisfied with the results. Dr Ashish Kumar New Delhi Erina-EP is highly effective in treating tick and flea infestation in pets. Erina Puppy Shampoo & Conditioner is safe and gentle on puppies, and I have had a very good experience using the product.
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