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Common Dog Training Myths That Do More Harm Than Good
Common Dog Training Myths That Do More Harm Than Good

Sat, 31 Jan 2026

By Maitree Baral

Many common dog training myths—like “older dogs can’t learn,” punishment works best, or dogs misbehave out of spite—do more harm than good. Fear, domination, and inconsistency often confuse dogs and damage trust. Effective training relies on patience, positive reinforcement, clear communication, and mental stimulation. Understanding a dog’s needs and perspective, rather than following outdated advice, builds a stronger bond, reduces stress, and encourages learning that lasts for both dog and owner.

Many common dog training myths—like “older dogs can’t learn,” punishment works best, or dogs misbehave out of spite—do more harm than good. Fear, domination, and inconsistency often confuse dogs and damage trust. Effective training relies on patience, positive reinforcement, clear communication, and mental stimulation. Understanding a dog’s needs and perspective, rather than following outdated advice, builds a stronger bond, reduces stress, and encourages learning that lasts for both dog and owner.

How To Set Up A Fish Tank The Right Way
How To Set Up A Fish Tank The Right Way

Sat, 31 Jan 2026

By Maitree Baral

Setting up a fish tank properly is all about patience. Beginners often rush, adding fish too soon, which leads to problems. Start by choosing a stable, quiet spot, rinse gravel and decorations, fill the tank slowly with conditioned water, and set up the filter and heater. Let beneficial bacteria grow before adding fish. Introduce fish gradually, feed lightly, and maintain consistency. A calm, stable environment keeps fish healthy and makes tank-keeping enjoyable.

Setting up a fish tank properly is all about patience. Beginners often rush, adding fish too soon, which leads to problems. Start by choosing a stable, quiet spot, rinse gravel and decorations, fill the tank slowly with conditioned water, and set up the filter and heater. Let beneficial bacteria grow before adding fish. Introduce fish gradually, feed lightly, and maintain consistency. A calm, stable environment keeps fish healthy and makes tank-keeping enjoyable.

Goldfish Myths That Aren’t True
Goldfish Myths That Aren’t True

Fri, 30 Jan 2026

By Maitree Baral

Goldfish are often seen as easy, low-effort pets, but many common beliefs about them are simply wrong. From the idea that they have a three-second memory to the assumption that they thrive in small bowls, these myths have shaped how people care for them. This piece breaks down the most common goldfish myths and explains why better understanding leads to healthier, longer-living fish.

Goldfish are often seen as easy, low-effort pets, but many common beliefs about them are simply wrong. From the idea that they have a three-second memory to the assumption that they thrive in small bowls, these myths have shaped how people care for them. This piece breaks down the most common goldfish myths and explains why better understanding leads to healthier, longer-living fish.

Puppy Socialisation Guide Most New Dog Parents Get Wrong
Puppy Socialisation Guide Most New Dog Parents Get Wrong

Thu, 29 Jan 2026

By Tanisha Kumari

Most new dog parents misunderstand puppy socialisation as simply meeting other dogs. True socialisation is about safe, positive exposure to diverse people, environments, sounds and experiences during the critical 3 and 16 week window. Done right, it builds confidence and resilience but done wrong, it risks fear, anxiety and aggression later in life.

Most new dog parents misunderstand puppy socialisation as simply meeting other dogs. True socialisation is about safe, positive exposure to diverse people, environments, sounds and experiences during the critical 3 and 16 week window. Done right, it builds confidence and resilience but done wrong, it risks fear, anxiety and aggression later in life.

Snakes Around Your House? 6 Ways to Stop Them
Snakes Around Your House? 6 Ways to Stop Them

Tue, 27 Jan 2026

By Tanisha Kumari

Here it explains simple and harmless ways to prevent snakes from entering residential spaces in India. Since snakes are usually drawn by food, shelter or water, homeowners can reduce encounters by keeping surroundings clean, controlling rodents, maintaining gardens, sealing entry points, reducing water sources and using natural deterrents while staying alert.

Here it explains simple and harmless ways to prevent snakes from entering residential spaces in India. Since snakes are usually drawn by food, shelter or water, homeowners can reduce encounters by keeping surroundings clean, controlling rodents, maintaining gardens, sealing entry points, reducing water sources and using natural deterrents while staying alert.

Easy and Clever Ways to Keep Dogs Indoors Safely
Easy and Clever Ways to Keep Dogs Indoors Safely

Thu, 22 Jan 2026

By Tanisha Kumari

Here it explores practical and clever ways to keep dogs indoors safely especially in urban homes. It emphasizes creating a dog friendly environment, maintaining routines, ensuring mental and physical stimulation and reducing anxiety. The focus is on enrichment rather than restriction, helping dogs thrive emotionally and physically indoors.

Here it explores practical and clever ways to keep dogs indoors safely especially in urban homes. It emphasizes creating a dog friendly environment, maintaining routines, ensuring mental and physical stimulation and reducing anxiety. The focus is on enrichment rather than restriction, helping dogs thrive emotionally and physically indoors.

Everything You Need to Know About Using Dog Muzzles
Everything You Need to Know About Using Dog Muzzles

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

By Tanisha Kumari

Dog muzzles are misunderstood but serve as essential safety tools. They prevent fear based bites, stop dogs from eating harmful objects and provide peace of mind in stressful situations. With proper training and fit, muzzles are not punishments but supportive aids in responsible pet care.

Dog muzzles are misunderstood but serve as essential safety tools. They prevent fear based bites, stop dogs from eating harmful objects and provide peace of mind in stressful situations. With proper training and fit, muzzles are not punishments but supportive aids in responsible pet care.

Fun Brain Games To Improve Your Dog's Intelligence
Fun Brain Games To Improve Your Dog's Intelligence

Tue, 20 Jan 2026

By Upasna Yadav

Brain games are beneficial for every dog, but they are particularly important if you have a dog who can’t do as much physical exercise, for example if your dog is a little older or is recovering from an operation. Brain games also help build self confidence in puppies as they encourage them to learn to play by themselves.

Brain games are beneficial for every dog, but they are particularly important if you have a dog who can’t do as much physical exercise, for example if your dog is a little older or is recovering from an operation. Brain games also help build self confidence in puppies as they encourage them to learn to play by themselves.

The world of competitive dog sports
The world of competitive dog sports

Thu, 08 Jan 2026

By Upasna Yadav

From agility courses to dock diving, the world of dog sports is as diverse and exciting as our pets themselves. Whether your dog is a natural-born athlete or simply looking for a fun way to stay active, competitive sports can provide a fantastic outlet for their energy and talents. We explore some popular dog sports and how they can benefit your furry friend.

From agility courses to dock diving, the world of dog sports is as diverse and exciting as our pets themselves. Whether your dog is a natural-born athlete or simply looking for a fun way to stay active, competitive sports can provide a fantastic outlet for their energy and talents. We explore some popular dog sports and how they can benefit your furry friend.

Pet Friendly Interior Design For Home
Pet Friendly Interior Design For Home

Thu, 08 Jan 2026

By Upasna Yadav

You already know your home doesn’t belong to just you it’s also your dog’s playground and your cat’s kingdom. Whether you’re dealing with tumbleweeds of fur or a mischievous tabby scaling your curtains, designing a pet-friendly home is all about smart choices. And trust us, it can look fabulous. Making your home pet-friendly while still maintaining the style you want may sound very hard. Pets are valued members of our households, and every person should be able to live in a home that is safe, comfortable, and beautiful and also pet-friendly.

You already know your home doesn’t belong to just you it’s also your dog’s playground and your cat’s kingdom. Whether you’re dealing with tumbleweeds of fur or a mischievous tabby scaling your curtains, designing a pet-friendly home is all about smart choices. And trust us, it can look fabulous. Making your home pet-friendly while still maintaining the style you want may sound very hard. Pets are valued members of our households, and every person should be able to live in a home that is safe, comfortable, and beautiful and also pet-friendly.

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