Petonomics

Our fur-babies are called so with reason - they’re covered in fur and that fur needs car! Just like us, our pets need daily grooming, regular washing and constant care to feel fresh and healthy. With professional pet groomer, Shams Lakhani, today’s episode covers all the dos and don’ts of pet grooming your pet. We go over fur management throughout the different seasons, cover the most common fur issues and give you tips on how to make sure your pet enjoys the process!

Thank you for being a great audience for all the 11 episodes. while this is a season finale, we promise that we would come back with great episodes and pet tales very soon!

Till then, do share the episodes with your friends and help them as well in becoming a better pet parent.  

Therapy dogs are dogs trained to provide love and comfort those who may need it. From excited school children, busy college students, corporate workers or those battling illnesses, and dealing with mental health issues the range of use for therapy dogs is truly spectacular! The bring joy and allow one to enjoy the company of an animal who is there is help. We have dog trainer Brinda Thaker, and pet parent of therapy dog Leo, Parul Dalal  joining is this episode to elaborate on the various uses of therapy dogs, brings to light their increasing need and popularity and covers some misconceptions one may have about them

As humans, vacations are second nature for us. Every long weekend, every couple months we find ourselves itching to go on another adventure, but with pets the process can be very difficult. Who will take care of them? 

Will they be in boarding and will they be safe? These questions take away the fun parts of planning a holiday. 

In part two of our two-part series with Dr. Hemant Thange we discuss the various elective procedures that pet parents may be faced with. From the functional origins of these procedures to their aesthetic use in societies across the world, we cover them all. 

We jump into the specifics of neutering and spaying so that you can make informed decisions about your pets reproductive health and future. This episode busts myths about elective procedures and gives you a vets view on what you should and shouldn’t be putting your animals through.

Around the world, cats are the most owned pets but yet they are misunderstood. 

Their subtle behaviour and predatory instincts have long been misinterpreted by humans for ages and some have worshipped cats, and some see them as bad luck. 

Feline behaviourist, Rajvi helps break down a house cats ancestry, actions, and break myths we may have about them. We also cover aspects of cat care that will result in your cat being able to satisfy their natural instincts, all while being your furry best friend!

You’ve got a furry friend home and you don’t know what’s next?

We present to you part one our two part Pet Health episode. Joining us will be Dr. Hemant Thange, a veterinary doctor with his clinic, PETVETS in Thane. He will divulge the secrets to your pets happy and healthy life. We discuss a range of typical healthcare needs starting with the the four essential aspects of your pet-care including nutritional requirements, give you some tips on how to deal with common injuries they may face, and bust some myths about pet management in hot countries!

In this episode we are joined by Meenal Rajda from YODA- Youth Organisation in Defence of Animals. 

YODA is one of the biggest group for pet adoption and is based in Mumbai.As an animal shelter founded in 2010, it has provided medical, housing, and adoption services for hundreds of animals throughout Maharashtra. 

Meenal walks us through the workings of shelters, the effort it takes to run one, and the surprising ways you can offer help! 

Not just that, we talk about how can one adopt an animal, what should one keep in mind before he/she makes the pet a part of the family.

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Join us for this episode to take a trip into YODA!

We love our fur-children but not all cats and dogs have the luxury of a loving home. That’s where our guest for today’s episode, Vandana Yadav, steps in. She is a prolific feeder in Mumbai caring for over 330 cats and dogs. They are her pets away from home. Together we will explore her work and it’s trials, and additionally how our treatment towards strays reflects on us as a society. We also discuss how individuals can care for animals outside our homes, or even support feeders like Vandana. 

Join us today and get inspired by this noble cause, creating a safe environment for both animals in, and away from our houses!

Becoming a pet parent is a life-changing decision for any individual or family. In this episode of Petonomics our host Isha is joined by Abhishek Joshi, founder of Dog with Blog a community for adopting pet animals. They discuss the factors one should consider before receiving their fur-baby. We delve into the harrowing consequences of unpreparedness but also discover the true bond one can have with their animals with the right care. This is the perfect episode for potential pet parents as we walk you step by step through the various considerations of successful pet parenting!