Orange City Animal Lovers

Children are naturally compassionate and I firmly believe that every child should have a dog as a companion. If you and your family don't have a dog, then chances are that children in your house haven't had much exposure to dogs.  It is the responsibility of the parents to make sure that children follow certain rules and are well prepared for the arrival of the new family member. Dog is not a toy - Children must learn how to behave around a dog, and how to handle one properly, particularly if its a pup. A dog is not a toy. Children must be gentle , and not too rowdy to begin with, until your dog is used to them.  Adult Supervision - Always make sure there's an adult around to supervise when children are playing with your new dog. You will then be assured of everyone's safety and enjoyment until you are confident they are all consistently doing the right thing. Train your dog - You are the best trainer for your dog. A 15-year old friend of mine looked up vid...

As a vet, people often ask me for advice about adopting a pet. I ask them just three questions.  Does the lady of the house love dogs/cats/hamsters/rabbits/guinea pigs etc? A pet is for life. Are they willing to make a commitment to take care of their pet for the rest of its life, in sickness and in health? Are they willing to spend time and effort to understand their pet, their needs, their food habits, their temperament and adjust to it? If the answer to even one of the above questions is 'No', then the family is not ready for a pet.Let me explain.  If your mother/sister/wife does not like pets, then never, ever adopt one. Hoping that she will have a change of heart, is unfair to her and to your pet. The house is the lady's nest. Whether she comes back home from a long day in office or is a homemaker, she expects her nest to look and smell a certain way. Having a pet can change that drastically. Dog/cat hair of sofa, dog urine and poop in the balcony, a pun...

http://www.petaindia.com/issues/companion-animals/dogs-and-cats.aspx What You Can Do 1. Spay or neuter dogs and cats, including stray animals. Make sure stray animals are taken back to the exact spot where they were found after they recover from surgery. Stray animals who are taken to unfamiliar territory will likely be attacked by animals who have already claimed that territory as their own. They will also not know where to find food or water. 2. Adopt from animal shelters or from the street – never buy from a pet shop. And don't forget about adult animals, who are often overlooked by people who are looking for a puppy or kitten. 3. Work within your community to get mandatory and humane spaying and neutering legislation passed. 4. If someone is planning to breed an animal, speak out against it. 5. Point out neglect. If you see an animal being neglected, talk to his or her guardian, send a letter or contact an animal welfare society. Be persistent! 6. Walk and play daily with your ...

This is a very interesting article written by Dr.Marwah,that appeared in a leading English daily in Nagpur.This article is a must read for all prospective pet parents as well as those who are already blessed with pets. No other animal enjoys petting as much as a dog. Whether dog or not, the basic principles discussed here remain same for any acquired animal. To begin with, it is of utmost importance to decide whether one needs a pet, whether they are in a position to maintain a pet for an average life of 7-8 years? After you have thought over the pros and cons of keeping a pet and have decided to keep a pet, your responsibilities start the moment you select a breed, sex and a pet.In fact the responsibility starts before the pet enters the house. You have to make sure that the pet has their own bedding,their own place in the house and their feeding bowls and most importantly an accident free house. During the growing stages, dogs need company as much as man. Dogs should not be left alon...