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Capture of a hands-on interaction with a dog amidst autumn leaves in İstanbul.

Life With Pets / Relationships

Nobody Tells You About the Puppy Blues

Somewhere between the excitement of bringing a puppy home and the picture-perfect moments that follow, there is often a stretch that nobody warns new owners about: a period of exhaustion, doubt and, f

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Close-up of three domestic cats eating indoors, with focused expressions and vibrant fur.

Life With Pets / Everyday Life

Pet Insurance in India: What It Covers and What It Does Not

Veterinary treatment can become expensive, particularly when a pet requires surgery, hospitalisation or prolonged treatment. Pet insurance is increasingly becoming an option for Indian pet parents who

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A person walks a dog in a sunlit park with buildings in the background, creating a serene evening atmosphere.

Life With Pets / Everyday Life

Listening for Extra Heart Sounds: What Do They Mean?

Lub-dub, lub-dub, click. In dogs and cats, every heartbeat normally produces two audible sounds, lub and dub, marking the closure of the AV valves (mitral and tricuspid) and the semilunar valves (aort

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Three swans gracefully glide on a calm lake during a peaceful day.

Life With Pets / Urban Wildlife

India's Lakes Are Losing More Than Water

India's lakes are much more than attractive landscapes or convenient recreational spaces. They are living ecosystems supporting fish, frogs, turtles, insects, aquatic plants and numerous bird species.

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Two cats eating from a bowl while a person gently touches them on a grassy outdoor area.

Life With Pets / Everyday Life

Pet-Sitters, Boarding and Daycare: How to Vet Them

There are times when pet parents cannot take their animals along. Work commitments, holidays, medical emergencies and travel may require alternative arrangements.

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Joyful moment of a woman embracing her dog in a lush garden setting.

Life With Pets / Relationships

The Unconditional Love of an Animal That Was Once Abandoned

A dog may remain near the door, uncertain whether it is allowed to settle down. A cat may hide beneath furniture, watching every movement. Even when food is offered and a comfortable bed is provided,

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