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The Enchanting Kingdom of Animals Catch Them Young
I have been noticing more and more countries of the world are enacting kinder and more empathetic rules where animals, particularly dogs are concerned. And thank God for that.
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Nov-Dec 2025
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The Unseen Side of Sled Dogs
Upon a visit to the North Pole recently, the author discovered the reality of sled dogs. Not as glorified as we think the life of these Huskies are...
2 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Have Dog, Will Travel!
What fun, pure joy! To be able to travel the world with your fur baby tucked safely in your backpack, to not worry about your job back home and who will dog sit them for 40 long days! Meet William Atek, a LA resident who quit his full-time job to travel the world with his rescued pet, Elko, the cutest little, frisky Dachshund-Chihuahua-Jack Russell Terrier mix.
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Nov-Dec 2025
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Caucasian Shepherd The Russian Bear
More like a bear, less a dog – in its appearance that is. The shepherd dog is an imposing looking breed, with a calm and protective streak
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Nov-Dec 2025
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"Happy Doggies" in France
As kids, we loved the toys that came with the Happy Meals at McDonald's-theme-based, most likely on the newest animated movie release.
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Nov-Dec 2025
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UNDER THE WEATHER Emotional Enrichment in Pets
When Emmy came in for her annual shots, she was not her usual perky self. After a bit of enquiry I found out her favourite human had gone abroad to study. There were enough staff and other family members to care for her, but daily walks with her best buddy were now with a disinterested dog walker. Emmy had lost the spark in her life.
2 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Philippine Eagle The National Bird
The avian symbol of The Philippines, the rare and large bird is on the brink of extinction. Would be horrific if these striking birds were a thing of the past...
3 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Maneka Vents Against SC Ruling
“Dogs are not the problem,” states Maneka Gandhi, ex BJP MLA and founder of People for Animals (PFA), on an episode of Beyond Borders podcast.
2 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Lucifer, Tia's Angel
The Toy Poodle entered their lives in the most unusual of ways and took their hearts by storm. Tia Jasra, the quiet daughter, got her dream- come- true puppy and Bhavna, the mum, fell for him without even knowing it. Lucifer is a real angel in disguise
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Nov-Dec 2025
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Snoop Dogg, Dog Lover
In one fell snoop, sorry, swoop, the iconic rapper and animal do-gooder - who you either love, love or don’t — has quietly just won over many more hearts with his soft dog-loving side. 39 dogs were set to be euthanised on a cold winter morning in New York as the shelter they were housed in was ready to call it a day.
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Nov-Dec 2025
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Savannah: The Little Leopard
The spotted cat is small, tall and playful, coming from the African Serval lineage. Unusual and beautiful, what a cat!
3 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Saudi's Catwalk a Purring Success
In its fourth year now, the International Cat Show at the Saudi Pet Expo 2025 was a fabulous event with the felines strutting their stuff and putting their best paw forward for judges to pick the winner.
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Nov-Dec 2025
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Dr Dnyanesh Lad
Dr Dnyanesh Lad has had 24 cats, two dogs and two kites, through his life, but now has just one dog. An orthopedic surgeon who loves animals and enjoys painting with equal fervour
1 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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A Lump in Picasso's Life
When scrolling through our social media feed after a hard day's night, a heartrending story on the greatest love of Pablo Picasso caught our attention and just had to be shared with you, dear reader. A story of true love and heartbreak…
1 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
dogs & more
Furry Flying with Air India
Where there's Al, there's a way. Artificial intelligence is being used for any and everything, from life-like partners to fake videos and else in between. Use it for good, for a greater cause, and we approve, the boon of Al confirmed. The BMC has announced that it will soon make use of Al to keep a track of Bombay's street dogs and to monitor their health.
1 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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Meeting Maneka Gandhi
When Maneka Gandhi was scheduled to arrive in Bombay in 1994, Bolshoi was desperate to meet her just to shake her hand and thank her for all she did for dogs. Busybee tried to dissuade him, but in vain! We are certain all strays would like to meet Maneka even today when she continues to fight their cause
2 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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AI Takes to the Streets
Where there's Al, there's a way.
1 min |
Nov-Dec 2025
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UNDER THE WEATHER Pain Management in Pets
As they say, in old age, pain is inevitable, but suffering is optional. The same holds true for our pets. As a veterinarian, I've seen firsthand the impact of pain on our beloved pets. Whether it's arthritis, cancer or neuropathic pain, managing pain effectively is crucial to improving our pet's quality of life.
2 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Korat: The Good Luck Cat
Silver-blue, with luminous green eyes and a face shaped like a heart, Thailand's national treasure is a beautiful cat to behold.
2 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Beckham's Dog Has His Day
How did you celebrate International Dog Day on Aug 26? Football legend and father of three human kids, and a bunch of the furry ones, posted a video on Instagram of his pet dog, Simba, with the caption, 'What up Simba? You miss me? Happy International Dog Day'.
1 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Delta's Escapade From the Diary of a Terrapin
Anita Antao went on a holiday to spend a couple of weeks with her grand- kids to a remote part of the Philippines and came away with many stories. This one, in the words of the pet terrapin, is our favourite
4 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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The Enchanting Kingdom of Animals The Time Has Come
As a reader of this column you know that I lost both my dogs within 18 months of each other. So since the last 20 months I have lived by myself, dogless, and in a vacuum of grief, something which never really leaves you. It's strange really, not to be able to express the pain to anyone for you don't want to make those around you uncomfortable. They have moved on... however close to you they may be, they won't understand the feeling. Inshy and Tasha, barring for one or two, or just very few, are a forgotten lot.
3 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Specialised Care at Fredna
The first of its kind vet diagnostics centre is set up in Lower Parel courtesy Fredun Pharmaceuticals - a one-stop facility for your pet's diagnostic needs
3 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
dogs & more
Manhattan's Dog Museum
It literally is that! The first of its kind museum dedicated to dogs and the transcendental canine-human bond. The AKC (kennel club) Museum of the Dog preserves, interprets and celebrates the role of dogs in society and educates the public about the human-canine bond through its collection of art and exhibits that inspire engagement with dogs. This is what you will see on their website, to give you an 'about them' in a nutshell.
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Sep-Oct 2025
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The Friendly Hunter The Greek Harehound
Of a compact size, this breed is swift and playful, a hunter with a friendly side. The Hellenic Hound is the more formal name for the Greek Harehound
3 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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A Kick on the Butt
Puppy Farm - A British entrepreneur, Omar Tinsley, uncovered the dirty secrets of the puppy camps in Cambridge, UK, upon a recent visit to MBR Acres.
1 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Selling Bolshoi
Always the pragmatist, Busybee decides to sell Bolshoi because he couldn't afford to keep him due to a cut in salary. Bolshoi all but begs of him not to do so. He is afraid he might be sold off to some vegetarians!
2 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Stuff we Love
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1 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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A Lick on the Face
Kerala Villagers - The perfect way to honour a lost loved one is to erect a statue to them.
1 min |
Sep-Oct 2025
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Dog's Own Country
With the current spate of anti-stray or anti-pet rules and regulations in our country, it's no wonder animal lovers are seeking greener pastures, or simply drawing a comparison with other countries. It will obviously come as no surprise to you that India does not feature in the Top 10 pet-friendly destinations of the world. Perhaps, you might consider a trip to these 10 that do! And learn how and what makes them so. Take a look at some straightforward ones, others offbeat...
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