Being Amazed: May 2016

Tuesday 31 May 2016

Monday 30 May 2016

Benefits of fruits and Vegetables in Summer

Some cute poses by my pooch Teddu when he was small....Love him....

Friday 27 May 2016

Socialize your furry kid.

· Keeping him isolated or at home all day can be detrimental to his emotional well-being and create fear when he finally does come in contact with other people or dogs. But always remember to take your pup’s personality into account so you know what his limits for socializing are.

· Take your dog on a walk, to the dog park, or set up play dates with other humans and their dogs.

· Have a friend, whom your dog knows and trusts.

· Introduce him to one dog at a time, and only if the other dog is calm and won't frighten your pup.

Train your Dog

This will not only increase his mental stimulation, but also strengthen the bond between you and your pet by making your expectations for him clear. If you aren’t sure what training would benefit your dog most, contact a Certified Pet Dog Trainer

Establish yourself as pack leader.

· It’s important to show your dog love and affection, Your furry kid will become confused without structure and consistency in his life, so be sure you stick to your role.

· Playtime is only for when he is calm and receptive.

· Reward your pup with special treats when he has followed your directions.

· During walks your dog should be next to or behind you.

Remain calm and assertive around your dog.

· Never behave uneasy or anxious. Because you are the pack leader, these feelings are sure to rub off on your pet.

· Nervous animals are more likely to be aggressive.

Maintain your dog’s confidence.

· Believe it or not, your pup does have self-esteem, and there are things that you, as his owner, can do to keep it up.

· Praise your dog when he has mastered a new trick, along with other accomplishments. Remember that your tone of voice is the key to communication with your pet, praise for him should sound different than a command

Keep your pup active

· Especially if he is alone all day, a dog needs exercise just like people do. Take your dog on a walk around the block or play a fun, interactive game with him.

· Hide and seek will stimulate your pet’s mind and body.

· If you have a small dog, consider finding a dog park that has specified areas where your pet can socialize with pup's his own size and temperament so you don't have to be skeptical of his safety.

· For an older dog with stiff joints, water activities are a safe, low impact source of exercise.

Feed your dog a nourishing, balanced diet.

An animal is happiest when he can exercise, and to do so, he must eat healthful food. What you feed your dog depends on his age, energy level and potential allergies.

Schedule regular veterinary appointments for your pet.

· The vet will provide an overall health screening, as well as any vaccinations your dog might need. It's best for puppies and older dogs to visit every six months, while once a year is adequate for adult dogs under the age of ten.

· This visit can also help you determine methods for keeping your dog’s ears and teeth clean, along with any other hygiene concerns.

Ensure your dog’s safety at all times.

· This includes making sure he has an Identity on him, a fenced yard that will keep him safe from potential predators, and plenty of shade and water if he’s outside during warm weather.

· Make sure your dog is securely fastened or confined during car trips and never let his head hang out of the window where he could be hit by airborne objects or thrown from the vehicle. ^[12]

· Unless your dog is extremely well trained, leashing him when outside the yard is important, especially if you’re in a high traffic area.

· Kids should always be supervised around a dog, young children should also never be allowed to hold a small dog as they can accidentally drop or injure him.

Give your pup regular massages.

· This will bring down his stress levels and soothe any joint pain he may be experiencing.

· A slow rub down that reaches the muscle, fat and bones can work wonders to calm a nervous dog.

· Rubbing your dog’s joints can prepare him for physical activity.

Thursday 26 May 2016

Bread Uttapam - South Indian Snack Recipe

Ingredients:

Bread - 3 slices

Suji (Semolina) - 3tbsp

All purpose flour (Maida) – 3 tbsp

Yogurt – 1/4^{th cup}

Salt – 1 tsp

Cumin seeds – 1/4^th tsp

Bell pepper - 1/4^{th cup}

Tomatoes - 1/4^th cup

Green Chillies

Ginger – 1tsp

Coriander leaves

Water - As required

Preparation Method:

Remove crust from all the sides of bread and slice the bread in small pieces so it will be easy to blend.

Add bread slices, Suji, all purpose flour, yogurt and water in a blender and blend it to smooth paste.

Add cumin seeds, ginger, salt, coriander leaves, chillies, bell pepper and tomatoes in the batter.

Add oil in the pan as required for Uttapam and cook it on a medium flame so that it is cooked properly from inside.

Both the sides of the Uttapam should be golden brown.

Once done, it can be served with coconut chutney.

Kesar Badam Pista Ice cream

Ingredients:

Milk – 500 gm

Cornstarch – 2 tbsp

Cream – ½ cup

Sugar – 125 gms

Saffron – a few strands

Almond – 20-25

Pistachios – 20-25

Ice cream Essence – 2-3 drops

Edible yellow colour – 2-3 drops

CMC – 1 tsp

GMS – 1tsp

Preparation method:

Heat milk in a pan. Add fresh cream, sugar and saffron strands. Mix and cook for some time.

Add dissolved cornstarch to the boiling milk and stir till thick

Add blanched, slivered Almond and Pistachios and mix. Cool it

Add Ice cream essence and yellow colour and mix.

Add GMS & CMC powder. Mix thoroughly.

(GMS and CMC powder will give a flovour like market Icecream, and it also acts as an stabilizer)

Note - If you are not able to find these powder, then freeze your Ice cream for 1 hour and blend it in the mixer and again freeze it.

Wednesday 25 May 2016

Awesome trip to Raigad fort and Diveagar in Maharashtra

Raigad is a hill fort situated in the Mahad, Raigad district of Maharashtra India. The Maratha king [Shivaji Maharaj] built this fort and made his capital in 1674 when he was crowned King of a Maratha Kingdom which later developed into the Maratha Empire eventually covering majority of modern-day India

The fort was built by Chandrarao More in 1030. Its ruins today consist of the queen's quarters: six chambers, with each chamber having its own private restroom. The main palace was constructed using wood, of which only the bases of pillars remain. Ruins of three watch towers can be seen directly in front of the palace grounds overlooking an artificial lake called Ganga Sagar Lake created next to the fort. It also has a view of the execution point called Takmak Tok, a cliff from which the sentenced prisoners were thrown to their death. The area is now fenced off. The fort also has ruins of the market, and it has such structure that one can shop even while riding on a horse.