Category: Pets Trivia

Each dog is special to its master. They have their own endearing qualities that make them unique. Renu was one such special dog. She was handicapped.

A Pomeranian who was born deaf. Yet, she was the sharpest dog in the house. Just by sniffing she could hear someone at the door and bark at the same time they would ring the bell! We always used to communicate through sign language as we could not train her the normal way with commands, we used a lot of hand gestures. One of the most special quality about her was that no words were necessary between us as she used to just look at us and understand what we were trying to tell her. She could judge when we were angry, happy or sad and reassure us with her calming presence.

She was a robust dog who died at the grand old age of 18, and just before she closed her eyes one last time she came in my dream to say her last goodbye as I was not at home and was at the hospital undergoing a knee surgery. Just as I was gaining conscious I dreamt of her and the very next moment my sister called me up to say that Renu had just passed away! It was indeed a very powerful experience. We as a family learnt a lot from Renu, especially the fact the words are not necessary for communication, and there are more subtle and spiritual ways to communicate with the ones you love.

Article by Harshita

“How is it to be loved, to be loved day-in and day-out, through gloomy and bright days equally?” ‘Snowy’, is that feeling.

For our never ending thirst of having a canine family mate had finally ended, when this lovely little ball of fur arrived at our door-step in a beautifully woven bamboo basket. Within an instant me and brother knew that he would be called ‘Snowy’ – the infamous character from ‘Tintin’, which we had planned years ago.

He was not more than a sibling to me & my brother and not less than a son to my mum & dad. He followed us like a shadow. It wasn’t too late until we realised that he was leading us instead, in discovering the hidden corners of joy from within. Often, I think about the times we spent alone with each other… whether, he understood all that I spoke to him… whether he wished to let me know how he felt through those long stares… whether there was something deeper within the love we shared that nobody would ever know.

Happiness is the only other word that could be attributed to him.  From that day until he breathed his last, he has taught us that the purpose in life is to love, laugh and live in the moment.

Here is a little something that I scribbled down off our memories.

You squeaked and you whined
but when you barked, your eyes shined.

You were cute and you used to drool
But your looks made you Mr.Cool

 You were so nice, wise and bold
In my heart you shall never grow old

 My buddy, my friend, my brother
We grew up under the same mother

 Those eyes, those nose and those ears
I shall never forget in my years

 This I promise you for ever
Your place shall be taken by none for ever

Article by Govind Menon

A furry bundle that became an integral part of our life for 10 years. The wagging tail and wet nose woke me up each morning, such a vibrant good morning that left me overwhelmed every time. Being the first pet in the family he was completely pampered and meant the world to us. He made us stronger as a unit and loved his master, my dad to the core.

He lived true to his name “Maharaj”, his life was king size. His love for ice-cream and refusal to eat dosa without chutney still makes me think of him every time I eat either. His extreme intelligence and loyalty earned him the title of the third child in the family. His death left a huge hole in the family. There was a sense of loss akin to that of a person parting from us. It came suddenly, out of nowhere and left deep unhealed scars in all of us. Maharaj was highly loved and is terribly missed. He will always be the first child of my family

True story by Aishwarya Mani

The weekend is around the corner ! You are all fired up to hang out with a couple of friends at a happening restaurant. You put on your best party clothes and are about to leave when you see your four legged chum gazing at you with such sad eyes. You immediately crumble and decide to spend the weekend with them. This is a common problem that pet owners face as they cannot take them to any restaurant of their choice. But there are quite a few places in the city where you and you can take them along.

Let’s look at a few places that you can hang out with your four legged buddy:

Counter Culture, Whitefield: Known as the live performance café. You can enjoy some lip smacking food along with live performances and other art programmes. If your dog enjoys music as much as you do then this the place for you to go.

Spoonful of sugar, Indiranagar: As the name suggests this place is guaranteed to satisfy all your sugar cravings. If your pet has a sweet tooth, you know where to treat them.

Rasta Café, Mysore road: If you feel like a long drive away from the city with your pet then this is the place to head to. The drive would be an enjoyable one with smooth roads and no traffic! It will all be worth it as you get to enjoy their famous nachos and double decker burgers while your pet would enjoy running wild in the open spaces at the café. If you do not feel like a long drive then you can head to their branch in Kalyan Nagar

Sunny’s, Lavelle road: Named after the owner’s golden retriever this restaurant has multiple dining spaces, a bar and a garden and is quite spacious and allows your pet to move freely.

Green Theory, Convent road: If you crave for vegetarian food then this is the place to go to. It is eco friendly and lush with greenery and offers heavenly vegetarian food that you and your pet can enjoy.

Bite me cupcakes, Indiranagar: As the name suggests this bakery offers delicious cupcakes as well as ‘pupcakes’ to treat your little furry pal.

The Hole in the Wall café, Koramangala: This place is a bit crowded and you will have to wait in que for a while but this homely café is worth going to for its beef burgers and wholesome breakfasts guaranteed to be enjoyed by you and your pet.

Toit, Indiranagar: This popular brew pub has opened doors to pets as well when they opened the outdoor seating area. If you are planning to take your pet you need to make an advance booking as they have limited pet spots.

French loaf, Frazer town: Although they have branches all through the town, this one in Frazer town with its outdoor ambience is a perfect setting for you and your hound to relax, sip on some coffee and share a piece of chicken with fresh bread with your four legged companion.

Chez Mariannick, Whitefield: Known for its authentic French cuisine, dig into delicious baguettes, croissants and crepes in company with your four legged companion.

Urban Solace, Ulsoor: Enjoy the best of standup comedy along with live music while digging into delicious continental fare, all in company with your devoted hound.

The Fat Chef, Whitefield: Known for its continental and Thai cuisine this place works for pet owners who come in large numbers because of its outdoor seating.

Bistro Claytopia, Koramangala and Indiranagar: Popular with the student crowd, this joint offers variety in burgers and its outdoor setting

Urban Adda, new BEL road: A cool place to hang out with your friends as well as your pet if you are in a mood for fast food while passing the time playing board games

Art of Delight, Residency road: This is the place to go if you and your pet have a sweet tooth as they have an array of ice creams and frozen desserts. They have a small garden area with granules which your pet will absolutely love.

The Black Rabbit, Indiranagar: Enjoy the best of contemporary Asian and European cuisine while your pet gets to move around freely at its outdoor section. The staff is also pet friendly as you get water and any special item from the kitchen for your pet by your request.

Courtyard Café, Shanthinagar: This open garden café is quite a hit with pet lovers as they have an exclusive menu for dogs. Catch a game of snooker, basketball or volleyball while your pet gets to move around freely in the garden area.

To contact any of the above mentioned restaurants click on the pet outing tab of the Tailslife App. Happy Dining!

Article by Harshita

The key to a happier life is very simple – appreciate the little things around you, and who better to teach it to you than your four legged buddy! A little cuddle, a run around the park, it is bound to bring joy to both man and his animal.

Let’s have a look at 5 things you can learn from your pet:

Learn to celebrate – The first person to greet you when you come home is your pet. Despite the bummer of a day that you had it will definitely lift your spirits up by the gentle licks and cuddles from your loving hound. The simple joys of life are what you must appreciate and hold onto and who better to teach you the ways and means to find it other than your adoring pet!

Just being present – In times of grief and mourning no one else can help you heal faster than your faithful pet. A lot of people do not know what to say or do to make the person feel better yet what is important is not what you say but what you do not. Just quietly being there for them is what loyal pets do.

Express your love – Pets have nothing to hide, if they love you they express it. This approach is essential for the survival of any relationship. Expressing your love in a thoughtful and meaningful way will strengthen the bond you share with your partner.

Be independent – We can learn a lot from cats. They are self sufficient and love to do things their way. A person can be a lot happier when he is not worried about what other people think or say. Do what you have to do for yourself and not to please others, it may seem selfish but yet your happiness is what is most important!

Learn to co-exist – Live and let live is the easiest mantra for happy living. If dogs and cats can co-exist in a warm and loving environment so can two different individuals. All it takes is a little patience, tolerance and perseverance!

article by Harshita

‘An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.’ –  Martin Buber

He is very perceptive. He knows your every mood and is with you through good times and bad. No, I am not talking about your dream man but your ever faithful furry friend! It is a fact that owning a pet is as good as having a live-in shrink albeit a fun loving kind rather than the serious prude types! 

Let’s look at a few ways that pets help people overcome depression

They calm you down – Just looking at that adorable face makes you all mushy, and when he goes about his daily antics like running away with your wife’s lingerie while your spouse chases it like greased lightning! It is bound to bring a broad grin whenever you reminisce. Studies have proven that just having your pets around lowers your blood pressure and heart rate. The good news is that heart patients recover faster after surgery and survive longer when pets are around them. 

Pets accept you as you are –  Pets offer unconditional love and never judge or critique you. You can talk to them about your worries and they will calmly listen to you and give you a warm cuddle. Just their presence will alleviate your loneliness.

Pets make you responsible – Taking care of the daily needs of your pets increase your self -worth and self esteem, thereby promoting positive mental health.

The healing touch – Just a warm cuddle and oodles of licks from your furry chum is bound to bring down your blood pressure and heart rate thus reducing stress as it promotes the release of oxytocin, a hormone known to reduce the stress levels.

So go ahead, give in to the loving demands of your four legged friend!

article by Harshita

Having a dog in your life is like having a magical pill every day. It cures malady, brings a little sunshine in your otherwise gloomy world. Imagine having Billy Crystal, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Doctor Oz all rolled into one big ball of fur! A dog can be your best workout partner. He will take you off that couch and take you out for a run come rain come shine. Think Tom Hanks in Turner and Hooch! He can be your personal psychotherapist. Just looking at your hound’s adorable face and his crazy antics can relieve your stress and depression. He can be as funny as Billy Crystal and as crazy as Russell Brand! Your canine friend can bring out your hidden maternal feelings. It prepares you to become a better parent. Need a baby sitter? Well, look no further than your four legged friend. They are good companions to children as well as their guardian. So go ahead and let the little mutt take over your life. He will make it worth living!

article by Harshitha