Ever considered fostering a pet? As a foster parent to a pet, you can help several homeless pets without the long-term commitment of adoption. However, there are a few things you need to know before you decide to become a foster pet parent. Why Foster a Pet? We often see animal shelters overflowing with pets in need of homes and as a repercussion, many are euthanized because there is simply no place for them to go.  For rescue organizations, foster owners are one of their most valuable resources, as they often lack large facilities that can house enough homeless pets. They often need fost ..read more

Are you training your dog? The fact that you are training your pet at all means you're doing something right. Don't let minor setbacks get in the way. Though they may seem small, you may be surprised to learn that certain factors can slow down your dog's progress.  Here are the most common mistakes people make during dog training. Are you guilty of any of these dog training mistakes? Waiting Too Long to Start Training Training should begin the moment your pet comes home with you, regardless of age. Don't wait until they get older and develop bad habits. In training, the goal is to shape y ..read more

A majority of the time, dogs use their paws for walking, fetching and running, thus, it is imperative that you take care of your dog’s paws. The paw pads provide insulation for a dog’s feet, provide grip, help with balance, slowing down and stopping, as well as act as shock absorbers for the bones and joints that make up the dog’s feet and legs. Even though they are durable and designed to withstand a large amount of activity and wear, they do encounter some problems.  It is necessary to regularly check your pet’s paws for any issues, and take steps to keep them healthy and protected.&nbs ..read more

Potty training can be frustrating, but without proper training, your puppy won’t know how to please you.  Dogs can be house trained at any point, but puppies learn faster than adult dogs. Puppies are so cute that their puppy sized accidents are usually overlooked by owners, but adult sized accidents aren’t cute and can sometimes lead to adult dogs losing their homes. Let us help you housebreak your puppy into the perfect family member that it’s meant to be. Establishing a Schedule – Fixing a schedule is important. Puppies do best on a regular schedule. A routine teaches them there’s a tim ..read more

People often confuse training a dog for managing its behavior. Though they are both used simultaneously and are imperative, they are two separate concepts. What’s the difference? Dog training Training implies teaching the dog something new. Be it basic commands or navigating agility courses. An important point about training is that the dog is learning to do something or ceases doing something.   What we can train dogs to do: Basic commands – sit, stay, lie down, drop it or wait Potty training Stop jumping and biting Tricks such as shake paw, roll over, play dead, speak, etc. The num ..read more

Ticks belong to the arachnid family, meaning they have the same anatomy as a spider. They are blood sucking creatures and can cause temporary canine anorexia. Similar to what mosquitoes do, ticks draw blood from their prey. They are difficult to eradicate and lay more than 3000 eggs at a time. The ticks remain dormant throughout winter and are usually active around summer and monsoon seasons in India. How do they function Ticks absorb the prey’s blood in their body, much like an empty balloon ready to fill up. For instance, even though an adult tick may not look bigger than a sesame seed, once ..read more

As much as we love and welcome the monsoon, we’re all affected by it. Whether it’s an overgrown lawn, added traffic or the laundry piling up because there’s not been enough sunshine to dry them. Though, have you ever wondered how this wet weather is affecting our pets? Wet or Damp fur leads to It is the ideal foundation for fungi or bacteria.   Ensure you dry your pet thoroughly. If your pet is comfortable, use a hairdryer, which is a fast way to dry off your pet and avoid any skin diseases or sickness.   Long haired pets should have trimmed fur between their paws prior to monsoon. D ..read more

  When we started out, our main goal was to provide pet parents with Practical Solutions to their daily pet related problems and for their pets - all the Comfort necessary. Consequently, we did just that, although a major chunk of our products/materials were sourced from overseas. Not too long ago, the unwelcome pandemic left many local businesses almost paralysed. These small businesses depend on their communities to survive. We were quick to pivot our business model but we realized how important it is to support local talent and so to be #vocalforlocal. To a large extent, 90 ..read more

Pretty sure you’ve always wondered why your pet sleeps the way s/he does. Does everything your pet do have meaning? A lot can be revealed about a dog’s personality by observing their sleeping positions, habits and the amount of time spent snoozing. Your pet’s sleeping habits can be signs about their happiness and health if you observe closely. Here’s a list of some of them- Position Crazy legs sleeping – Sleeping on the back with all limbs in the air. Exposing the belly helps your pet cool off as the fur around that region is thinner and the paws hold the sweat glands. It also suggests that ..read more

Are you ready to let a little more love and happiness enter your life? Adoption is one of the most gratifying ways to bring more joy to your world. Adopting from a shelter or an animal rescue group, instead of shopping for a pet like it’s a commodity from a pet store, or from a breeder or even a stranger on the internet, has the added benefit of saving the life of an animal in need. Adopting a pet is a big decision, which involves being completely responsible for your pet, and if you think you’re ready for that then head on to a shelter and not the backyard breeder. Check out some of these ..read more