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Take good care of pets this summer, but spare a thought for strays too
By Durga Chakravarty
New Delhi, April 22 (IANS) With the mercury soaring, the summer season can be unforgiving and sometimes fatal for our four-legged friends. And so, pet parents are increasingly becoming conscious and going out of their way to keep them cool and safe.
According to experts, giving pets cold water to drink, spraying with cool water, lots of combing to remove excess hair and keeping them indoors help them during the summer season.
Delhi-based veterinarian Gautam Unny told IANS that owners should keep in mind that during summer, their pets are prone to heat stroke, fleas, thermal stress, hair loss and diseases like tick fever.
Take them for walks in the early or later part of the day, he suggests.
Rashi Narang, Founder and Creative Director at Heads Up For Tails, advises not to shave off the pet’s hair.
“Contrary to popular belief, it is not advisable to shave off the coat during the summer season as it acts as a protective layer and safeguards them against sunburn,” Narang told IANS.
A lot of people take off for holidays during the summer season as schools are shut. But ensuring care for pets during such vacations is a challenge.
According to a survey conducted by LANA Paws, an online store for pet accessories, 60 per cent of the respondents said they would plan shorter holiday trips because they do not want to be away from their pet for too long. Close to 50 per cent said they have travelled outside the city with their pet, while over 35 per cent of the respondents said they would love to plan their travel with their four-legged buddy.
The survey, with a sample size of over 500 pet parents, was conducted largely in four metro cities — Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai.
Unny says car journeys should be avoided during sunny days if a pet is taken along. “Or make sure the windows are open or the AC on at all times. Trips to hill stations need to be planned well,” he added.
Pet expert Swati Tandon said people want to spend quality time with their pets. “They want to pamper them, travel with them, take them to spas, pool parties and even go to pet cafes with them. But they should avoid sudden temperature change as it can lead to them falling ill,” she told IANS.
For those who prefer to keep their pooches and other pets indoors to beat the heat, binge watching in bed with the pet seems to be the new thing. Acording to a survey by Netflix, when it comes to watching TV, most Indians find pets to be the best binge partner.
But many pet caring organisations say that people should take a moment to think about those homeless animals too who are the most affected during the months of scorching heat.
“Many animals suffer through India’s long summer. You can help them weather the high temperatures by keeping an eye on all animals you see outdoors. Make sure that they have adequate water and shelter,” says Sachin Bangera, Associate Director, Celebrity and Public Relations of PETA India.
(Durga Chakravarty can be contacted at [email protected] )
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.
Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.
During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.
On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”
Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.
It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.
Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.
Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”
On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”
The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.
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