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we are located in 185, Picnic Garden Road, Near 39 Bus Stand Upstairs of Monginis Cake Shop, Kolkata, West Bengal 700039.

🐾 Tales of Joy India | Trusted Pet Shop in Kolkata | Birds, Dogs, Cats, Fish & Small Pets | Bird Cages, Pet Food, Toys & Accessories | Premium Pet Supplies | Retail & Wholesale | Pan India Delivery | Quality, Care & Happiness for Every Pet ❤️ We offer a massive variety of products and services to cater to the different needs of pets and to make their lives more comfortable, happier and healthier. The mission of the company is to provide all kinds of premium quality pets with complete package of services and products from all the best of brands, Tales of Joy is your single-point-store for everything your pets need to thrive. Become a part of our ever-growing family and help us bring joy to the lives of all pets. From now on, it is the responsibility of Tales of Joy to fill every moment of your life with happiness.

28/09/2026

🐦✨ PET GYAAN #83 | Bird Feather Plucking – Don’t Call It Just a Bad Habit!

Is your bird repeatedly pulling, biting or damaging its own feathers? 🪶 Occasional preening is completely normal, but excessive feather plucking can be a sign that something isn’t right.

⚠️ SIGNS TO NOTICE:
• Bald or thinning patches
• Broken or damaged feathers
• Repeated feather biting or pulling
• Excessive preening
• Red, irritated or damaged skin
• Increased feather debris in the cage
• Sudden changes in grooming behaviour

🔍 POSSIBLE REASONS:
• Skin irritation or infection
• Parasites
• Pain or underlying illness
• Nutritional imbalance
• Stress or anxiety
• Boredom or lack of enrichment
• Inadequate sleep or disrupted routine
• Environmental changes
• Hormonal or reproductive influences

✅ WHAT YOU SHOULD DO:
• Consult an avian veterinarian to rule out medical causes
• Provide a balanced, species-appropriate diet
• Maintain a calm and predictable routine
• Provide adequate uninterrupted sleep
• Offer safe toys, foraging activities and enrichment
• Keep the cage and environment hygienic
• Observe when and where the plucking occurs

❌ Never punish or shout at your bird.
❌ Don’t use bitter sprays, creams or home remedies without veterinary advice.
❌ Don’t assume it is simply boredom.
❌ Don’t use collars or cones without an avian vet’s guidance.

🚨 Bleeding, open wounds, severe skin damage, sudden extensive feather loss, weakness or reduced appetite need prompt veterinary attention.

❤️ FEATHER PLUCKING IS A SIGNAL — FIND THE CAUSE, DON’T JUST STOP THE BEHAVIOUR!

👉 Apne bird ka dhyaan rakhea!

📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

27/09/2026

🐹❄️ PET GYAAN #82 | Hamster Torpor – Sleeping or Something Serious?

Is your hamster unusually cold, barely moving or breathing very slowly? Don’t immediately assume it is simply sleeping—or worse. When hamsters become too cold, some can enter a state called TORPOR, where body temperature and activity drop dramatically.

⚠️ SIGNS TO WATCH FOR:
• Body feels unusually cold
• Very slow or shallow breathing
• Barely moving or appearing unresponsive
• Curled-up posture
• Little response to normal stimulation
• Sudden extreme inactivity after cold exposure
• Appearing deeply asleep or lifeless

❄️ POSSIBLE TRIGGERS:
• Low room temperature
• Sudden temperature drop
• Cold drafts
• Inadequate bedding or nesting material
• Insufficient food or energy intake

✅ WHAT TO DO:
• Move your hamster to a comfortably warm, quiet environment
• Warm gradually and gently—never rapidly
• Observe carefully for breathing and movement
• Provide suitable bedding and nesting material
• Once fully awake and responsive, make sure fresh food and water are available
• Contact an exotic-pet veterinarian urgently if your hamster remains cold, weak or unresponsive

❌ NEVER use a hair dryer or direct heater.
❌ Never shake your hamster to wake it.
❌ Never force-feed or force water into an unresponsive hamster.
❌ Don’t assume severe inactivity is definitely torpor—serious illness can look similar.

🚨 COLD + VERY STILL + SLOW BREATHING = WARM GRADUALLY & SEEK VET ADVICE!

❤️ Keep them warm. Keep them safe. Small pets need big care!

👉 Apne hamster ka dhyaan rakhea!

📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

26/09/2026

🐱🐾 PET GYAAN #81 | Cat Chin Acne – Those Black Dots Aren’t Just Dirt!

Have you noticed tiny black dots or dark specks on your cat’s chin? They may look like ordinary dirt, but they could actually be feline chin acne.

Cat acne develops when hair follicles around the chin become clogged. Mild cases may only show blackheads, while more irritated cases can become red, swollen, crusty or infected.

⚠️ Signs to watch for:
• Blackheads or dark spots
• Redness and inflammation
• Small bumps or pimples
• Crusting or scabs
• Hair loss around the chin
• Swelling
• Itching or rubbing
• Tenderness or discharge

Possible contributing factors include blocked follicles, excess oil/keratin, skin irritation, grooming issues, stress, allergies and secondary infection.

✅ Wash food and water bowls regularly.
✅ Stainless-steel or ceramic bowls can be easier to keep clean.
✅ Keep the chin area gently clean and dry.
✅ Consult your veterinarian if the acne persists, becomes painful or worsens.

❌ Never squeeze or pop the blackheads.
❌ Don’t scrub the chin aggressively.
❌ Don’t apply human acne creams, Dettol, alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.
❌ Don’t start antibiotics without veterinary guidance.

🚨 Swelling, pus/discharge, bleeding, spreading sores, significant pain or loss of appetite needs veterinary attention.

❤️ BLACK DOTS + REDNESS + SWELLING = DON’T CALL IT JUST DIRT!

👉 Apne cat ka dhyaan rakhea!

📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

25/09/2026

🐶🐾 PET GYAAN #80 | Dog Paw Licking – Habit or Health Warning?

Does your dog keep licking or chewing its paws? Occasional paw licking can be normal grooming, but constant or excessive licking may be your dog’s way of telling you something is wrong.

⚠️ Signs to watch for:
• Frequent licking or chewing
• Red or inflamed skin
• Swelling between the toes
• Hair loss around the paws
• Bad or unusual smell
• Discharge, pus or fluid
• Cracked paw pads
• Nail problems
• Limping or difficulty walking
• Constantly focusing on the same paw

Possible causes include allergies, yeast or bacterial infections, parasites, cuts, foreign objects, irritated paw pads, nail problems, pain or sometimes stress-related behaviour.

✅ Gently check the paws and between the toes.
✅ Keep paws clean and dry.
✅ Clean off dirt and irritants after walks when appropriate.
✅ Check nails and paw pads regularly.
✅ Consult your veterinarian if the licking continues or the skin becomes damaged.

❌ Never use Dettol, phenyl, alcohol, hydrogen peroxide or other harsh antiseptics on the paws without veterinary direction.
❌ Don’t apply human creams or medicines without veterinary advice.
❌ Don’t assume persistent licking is simply a bad habit.

🚨 Swelling, bleeding, pus, severe redness, limping, significant pain or an embedded foreign object needs veterinary attention.

❤️ LICKING + REDNESS + BAD SMELL = CHECK THOSE PAWS!

👉 Apne dog ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

24/09/2026

🐦🦜 PET GYAAN #79 | Bird Beak Overgrowth – Don’t Just Trim It!

An unusually long or misshapen beak isn’t always just a cosmetic problem. A bird’s beak grows continuously, and abnormal overgrowth can sometimes indicate poor natural wear, injury, abnormal alignment, nutritional problems or an underlying health condition.

⚠️ Warning signs to watch for:
• Unusually long or curved beak
• Upper and lower beak not aligning properly
• Difficulty picking up or breaking food
• Dropping food while eating
• Reduced appetite
• Unexplained weight loss
• Cracks or abnormal beak texture
• Sudden changes in beak shape or growth

✅ Provide safe chewing and foraging opportunities.
✅ Feed a balanced, species-appropriate diet.
✅ Regularly monitor the beak and eating habits.
✅ Have abnormal beak growth examined by an avian veterinarian.

❌ Never cut the beak yourself with nail clippers or scissors.
❌ Never aggressively file or grind the beak at home.
❌ Don’t assume every overgrown beak simply needs trimming.
❌ Don’t delay veterinary care if your bird is struggling to eat.

🚨 ABNORMAL BEAK + DIFFICULTY EATING/WEIGHT LOSS = AVIAN VET PROMPTLY!

❤️ Remember: treat the cause, not just the appearance.

👉 Apne bird ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

18/09/2026

🐹🦷 PET GYAAN #78 | Hamster Overgrown Teeth – Small Teeth, Big Problem!

Did you know a hamster’s front teeth continue growing throughout its life? Normally, chewing and proper tooth alignment keep them worn down. But if the teeth become overgrown or misaligned, eating can become painful and difficult.

⚠️ Warning signs to watch for:
• Unusually long or curved teeth
• Difficulty chewing
• Dropping food while eating
• Reduced appetite
• Weight loss
• Drooling or wet chin
• Pawing at the mouth
• Suddenly preferring softer foods
• Facial swelling or signs of pain

Possible causes include misaligned teeth, broken or damaged teeth, trauma, dental disease or inadequate opportunities to gnaw.

✅ Provide safe hamster chew items.
✅ Feed a balanced, species-appropriate diet.
✅ Observe eating habits and body condition regularly.
✅ Contact an exotic-pet veterinarian if the teeth look abnormal or eating habits change.

❌ Never cut hamster teeth yourself with nail clippers or scissors.
❌ Never try to file the teeth at home.
❌ Don’t force-feed without veterinary guidance.
❌ Don’t assume loss of appetite is simply “picky eating.”

🚨 NOT EATING + DROOLING/WEIGHT LOSS = EXOTIC VET PROMPTLY!

❤️ Healthy teeth are essential for a healthy hamster. Early observation can prevent a small dental problem from becoming a serious one.

👉 Apne hamster ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

17/09/2026

🐱🐾 PET GYAAN #77 | Cat Hairballs – Normal or a Warning Sign?

Hairballs can occasionally happen because cats swallow loose hair while grooming. But frequent hairballs, repeated retching or vomiting shouldn’t automatically be considered normal.

⚠️ Signs to watch for:
• Frequent hairballs
• Repeated gagging or retching
• Vomiting without producing a hairball
• Reduced appetite
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Excessive grooming
• Lethargy or low activity
• Unexplained weight loss

Long-haired cats and heavy shedders may be more prone to hairballs, while excessive grooming, skin problems, parasites or gastrointestinal issues can also contribute.

✅ Brush your cat regularly, especially long-haired breeds.
✅ Keep fresh water available and encourage good hydration.
✅ Feed a nutritionally complete, balanced diet.
✅ Address excessive grooming, skin or parasite problems with veterinary guidance.
✅ Keep track of how frequently hairballs or vomiting occur.

❌ Don’t give oils, butter, ghee, petroleum products or human laxatives as DIY remedies.
❌ Don’t assume repeated vomiting is “just a hairball.”
❌ Don’t ignore repeated unproductive retching.

🚨 Persistent vomiting, repeated unproductive retching, inability to eat or drink, marked weakness, a swollen/painful abdomen or breathing difficulty needs prompt veterinary attention.

❤️ OCCASIONAL MAY HAPPEN — FREQUENT NEEDS ATTENTION!

👉 Apne cat ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

16/09/2026

🐶👂 PET GYAAN #76 | Dog Ear Infection – Don’t Ignore the Head Shake!

Does your dog keep shaking its head or scratching its ears? It may look like a small habit, but frequent head shaking can be a sign of ear irritation, inflammation or infection.

⚠️ Watch for these warning signs:
• Frequent head shaking
• Repeated ear scratching
• Redness or swelling
• Unusual ear discharge
• Bad smell from the ear
• Pain or sensitivity when touched
• Rubbing the head on furniture or the floor
• Holding the head unusually
• Loss of balance in severe cases

Possible causes include bacterial or yeast infections, allergies, ear mites, trapped moisture after bathing or swimming, foreign material, or other underlying ear problems.

✅ Keep your dog’s ears clean and dry.
✅ Check regularly for redness, discharge or unusual smell.
✅ Use only veterinarian-recommended ear cleaners.
✅ Consult your veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment.

❌ Never insert cotton buds/Q-tips deep into the ear canal.
❌ Avoid oil, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol or random ear drops.
❌ Never use leftover antibiotics or another pet’s medication.
❌ Avoid unproven home remedies.

🚨 Seek urgent veterinary care for severe pain, persistent head tilt, loss of balance, vomiting with balance problems, sudden hearing changes or significant swelling.

❤️ HEAD SHAKING + BAD SMELL + DISCHARGE = GET THOSE EARS CHECKED!

👉 Apne dog ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

13/09/2026

🐦🚨 PET GYAAN #75 | Bird Crop Problems – When the Crop Doesn’t Empty!

A bird’s crop is a temporary food-storage pouch that normally fills after eating and gradually empties as food moves through the digestive system. But if the crop stays full for too long, becomes swollen, or doesn’t empty normally, it may signal a health problem that needs attention.

⚠️ Warning signs to watch for:
• Crop remaining full unusually long
• Swollen or abnormal-looking crop
• Regurgitation or vomiting
• Sour or unusual smell from the mouth
• Reduced appetite
• Lethargy or weakness
• Weight loss
• Difficulty swallowing

Possible causes include crop stasis, infection, obstruction or foreign material, inappropriate food, feeding problems in hand-fed chicks, or an underlying illness.

🚨 Crop not emptying + weakness/regurgitation = Avian Vet Urgently!

✅ Keep your bird calm and comfortably warm.
✅ Monitor eating, crop size and droppings.
✅ Maintain clean food, water and feeding equipment.
✅ Contact an avian veterinarian promptly if the crop isn't emptying normally or your bird appears unwell.

❌ Never squeeze or aggressively massage the crop.
❌ Never force-feed when the crop isn't emptying properly.
❌ Never give antibiotics, antifungals, oils or home remedies without veterinary direction.

🐣 Extra attention is especially important for baby and hand-fed birds, as feeding temperature, formula preparation, hygiene and feeding technique all matter.

❤️ A full crop isn't always a healthy crop—watch how it empties.

👉 Apne bird ka dhyaan rakhea!
📍 Tales of Joy Pet Experts Kolkata
📞 7595936132

Address

185, Picnic Garden Road, Near 39 Bus Stand Upstairs Of Monginis Cake Shop
Kolkata
700039

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 10pm
Tuesday	10am - 10pm
Wednesday	10am - 10pm
Thursday	10am - 10pm
Friday	10am - 10pm
Saturday	10am - 10pm
Sunday	10am - 10pm

Telephone

+917595936132

Website

https://www.talesofjoy.in/

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