Dog With Blog: Dog Adoption, Rescue and Care in India

We’re often asked by kind hearts regarding Bangalore animal helpline numbers. In this episode, we discuss a list of charitable foundations, NGOs, and shelters in Bangalore that you may refer to as a ready reckoner.

Given the traffic woes in Bangalore and the fact that most of these shelters are understaffed, please try to take the injured animal to the nearest facility. If possible, please try to comfort the animal in need and provide first aid, and care till the ambulance arrives.

Also, see – Animal helpline in Mumbai 

The city of Joy, Kolkata, often has readers reaching out to us for adoption updates or animal helpline numbers. In this episode, we’ve compiled a list of charitable foundations, NGOs and shelters in Kolkata that you may adopt a dog from. You can also contact them in case you spot an injured animal.

Here are some noteworthy Kolkata animal shelters and NGOs that you may contact for pet adoption. This list of Emergency contact numbers would also come in handy to help animals in need of medical care. 

Also see: Why adopt a desi dog? and Indian dog breeds you should know

Regular exercise is essential to stay healthy and fit. Dogs are no exception to this. 

Puppies and young dogs — have a lot of energy, and if they don’t get the chance to burn it off, they may end up destroying your shoe, table, charger (you get the idea). Inactive dogs are often overweight dogs, and, as with humans, that brings plenty of health risks.

Obesity contributes to a dog’s risk of diabetes, respiratory disease, and heart disease.

The amount of exercise that is “enough” depends on your dog’s age, breed, and health. In this episode, we discuss how you can exercise with your dog.  

Dogs help reduce the risk of dying early by 24%.

Researchers found that dog ownership was associated with a 24-per cent reduced risk of death from any cause among the general public, and a 33 per cent lower risk of death among heart attack survivors who live alone, according to the reports, published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.

How dogs can help you live longer?

Mosquitoes can carry and spread plenty of nasty diseases to both humans and dogs. When it comes to diseases spread by mosquitoes, the best solution is prevention.

There are many ways to reduce the chances of your dog being bitten by mosquitoes, even during the summer when you and your pup want to spend more time outside, and there are steps you can take to prevent diseases from infecting your dog if they do happen to get bitten.

In this episode, we discuss handy tips to protect your dog from mosquito bites. 

Also see: How to keep your dogs safe from ticks?

Alicia Souza has been drawing since a kid, but unlike many kids, she just never stopped!

We dogs are delighted to present this interview Alicia Souza ― dog lover, ace artist and an overall wonderful human being on how dogs inspire her illustrations.

Alicia Souza’s keen observations on everyday life and the ink renditions that they inspire have a happy tribe following her. 

Her musings on – pets, couples, friendships, and Bangalore have not only fueled a business spanning artwork, merchandise – notebooks, fridge magnets, phone covers, home decor, and even books but also inspired people to adopt instead of buying pets. She also holds merchandise sales to help drive proceeds towards animal welfare organizations in Bangalore like Charlie Animal rescue centre.

Did you know that dogs can get seasonal allergies just like humans? It's true! Seasonal allergies in dogs usually manifest as itchy skin, but there are other telltale reactions. For instance, if your pooch has a runny nose, is excessively scratching, or just acting a bit off, it could very well be allergies.

Read how you can identify seasonal allergies in dogs, as well as tips for getting your pet back up and running should they fall under the weather.

The rains make everything beautiful, don’t they?

While the monsoon showers provide that much-needed respite from the scorching summer, they may not be as welcoming for your pooch. You need to take extra care of your dog during the monsoon, as it can lead to the outbreak of many canine diseases — from skin infections to respiratory disorders and gastronomical issues. In this episode, we explore how you can take care of your dog this rainy season.

Also read: How to take care of your dogs during the rainy season 

Have you ever watched your dog roll on the ground, lick her coat or chew at her fur? These are her ways of keeping clean. Sometimes, though, she’ll need a little help from you to look and smell her best. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. In this episode we discuss ways to keep your dog’s fur, skin, nails, teeth, ears and paws healthy and clean.

Regular grooming is important for dogs of all breeds – it helps them maintain a shiny, tangle-free coat and gives you the chance to check for parasite infestations and skin issues like itching in dogs, improving their overall hygiene. Plus, grooming can be a one-on-one bonding experience for you and your pet.

Humans are not the only mosquito targets, they bite animals, too. Yes, mosquito bites are just as annoying and dangerous for cats and dogs as they are for you. A mosquito can bite past your dog's fur, so you may not easily see the evidence of a bite. 

In this episode, we’ll explore how you can keep your dog safe from mosquitoes in the rainy season. 

Also see: How to get rid of ticks?