An article with thepack.in on training and rewards Once you’ve learnt how to understand your dog’s behaviour, you can identify behaviours you would like to correct or enhance. I’d like to point out that behaviour that’s problematic for you may not be so for someone else. Let’s look at barking…

An article with thepack.in on understanding your dog’s behaviour We never give it much thought but being a dog parent is quite weird — you bring an animal into your house and expect it to understand you and adjust to your life and home. Yet, somehow, millions of people do…

Q&A with Aahuti Mohanty on travelling with dogs to Bhutan India shares her borders with many beautiful countries, one of them being Bhutan. Known for lush, green mountains and beautiful monasteries, it is among many Indian travellers’ lists for its easy access and abundant beauty. …

With your doggo The world’s open (not that it’s stopping viruses or global warming, but still), and it’s time for an adventure with your lovely pooch! Unfortunately, with dogs, you have to do more than just bookings. From checking for pet-friendly properties to packing everything you may (or may not)…

Monsoons with your dog For many people, monsoons are a period of romance. There’s chai on the stove and pakodas sizzling away in hot oil, their smell mixing in with the petrichor as the sound of rain lends a beautiful background score to the scene. However, the reality of monsoons…

A crowdsourced list of dog welfare organisations and individuals We all want to be a source of sunshine and a bit of magic in the world. For us dog-lovers, that often comes from being able to make a positive impact in the life of dogs, especially rescue dogs. However, many…

Ways to support senior dogs I say this without exaggeration — senior dogs are PRECIOUS! And if you can, you should undoubtedly adopt one and give yourself a chance to experience their love. However, adoption is not the only way to support senior dogs. …

Things to do after you adopt a senior dog You’ve been to the shelter, lost your heart to a lovely senior dog and are about to take them home, having just signed on the adoption forms. Sounds lovely, right? It really is! At that moment, though, you should hit pause…

Preparing for a senior dog There is no typical age when a dog can be considered senior. Senior is a title given to small dogs at about 10 years, medium-sized dogs at 8 years, and larger breeds at 6 years of age (5 years in giant breeds). Whether you’re adopting…