Dr. Avijit Bera Veterinary Doctor

06/07/2025

World zoonoses Day

30/06/2025

Undewormed stray animals pose a risk of transmitting zoonotic worm infestations to humans. Therefore, pet owners must prioritize regular deworming to safeguard their pets' health and prevent the spread of infestations to humans, especially children.

14/06/2025

Many pet parents approach me and ask how to become a veterinary doctor.
For now one has to sit in the neet exam and secure a rank. Followed by counselling in veterinary university/colleges. There is a veterinary university by the name of the WEST BENGAL UNIVERSITY OF ANIMAL AND FISHERY SCIENCES(WBUAFS). Most bengal veterinarians are alma matter of WBUAFS as of now. There is a private veterinary College namely JIS College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (JISCOVAS).

**BVSC&AH IS A 5.5YEARS COURSE.
**After graduation one can take up MVSC which is a 2 years course and then PHD.

PLEASE NOTE-
-Without the BVSC&AH DEGREE ONE CANNOT TREAT ANIMALS.
-ANYONE TREATING ANIMALS OTHER THAN A BVSC&AH GRADUATE (PLUS HAVING REGISTRATION NO BY VCI OR WBVCI) IS ILLEGAL.

ITS MY KIND REQUEST TO THE PET PARENTS DO ENQUIRE AND LOOK INTO THE DEGREE AND REGISTRATION NO OF THE VETERINARY DOCTOR BEFORE GOING TO SEE HIM.

03/06/2025

26/04/2025

16/03/2025

The Golden Rule: Prevention is better than cure.
Your pet trusts you to keep them safe, vaccinations are a simple way to honour that trust. Let's make every bark and purr a healthy one!

14/03/2025

Holi and Animal Care Reminder
Celebrate Holi, Protect Animals!

Avoid using harmful chemicals near animals and keep them safe this festive season. Let’s ensure a joyous Holi for all—humans & our furry friends!


Rajiv Ranjan Singh Lalan Singh Office of S. P Singh Baghel George Kurian MyGovIndia Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India National Dairy Development Board

11/03/2025

09/03/2025

PLANTS POISONOUS TO CAT

08/03/2025

Keep your pet safe on Holi

Holi is the festival of colours, marking the arrival of the spring season.
This joyful occasion is filled with fun festivities like playing with colours and water balloons.
While we're excited about this celebration, it's important to remember that pets and stray animals dislike getting hit by colours and water balloons.
No colour is safe for animals, not even the non-toxic or herbal ones.

Effects of Colours on Pets & Strays:

1) Hair Loss And Skin Allergies: -
Most colours contain chemicals and metal oxides that can cause skin allergies and inflammation in animals. They can result in a range of issues including shedding, rashes, patches, cuts, and sores.

2) Respiratory Distress And Lung Infection: -
Pets and stray animals may inhale these colours through their nasal tract, leading to lung infections and respiratory issues due to the chemicals present.

3) Blindness: -
If colours come into contact with your animal’s eyes, it can cause itching, burning sensation, reddening, and even permanent loss of eyesight.

4) Acts As a Slow Poison: -
Animals typically groom themselves by licking their fur, which can lead to ingestion of the colours applied to their body. The colours and dyes often contain lead, which can be fatal for pets and stray animals.

Precautions to Be Taken:-

1) Don’t Put Colour On Pets:
The colours and dyes contain harmful compounds like lead, zinc, chromium, copper, mercury, silica in the form of sulphates, bromides, and oxides, which may cause dermatitis, irritations, asthma, organ failure, and even cancer.

2) Keep Your Pet Indoors:
Keeping your pet indoors during the celebration is the best way to prevent them from being hit by colours and water balloons.

3) Use Pet Shampoo To Remove Colours:
If colours are accidentally applied to your pet, use a mild pet shampoo to remove the dirt and colour stains.

4) Create Awareness In Your Area:
Educate people in your locality about the dangers and risks of using colours on pets. Sensitize children in your neighborhood about pet safety.

5) Watch Out For Symptoms:
Symptoms of poisoning include excessive drooling, vomiting, loose stools, and behavioral changes like aggression. Seek immediate attention from your vet if you notice any of these warning signs.

6) Check Stray Dogs And Cats In Your Locality: Extend your compassion and consideration to street animals. We should be attentive towards stray animals as they don’t enjoy the privilege of care and medical attention that is available to our pets.
This Holi, celebrate with your pet without making it uncomfortable for them. Take extra care of your pets and all the animals around you. Let’s make this Holi trouble-free for all of them.
Lets celebrate pet friendly holi…


Dr. Avijit Bera
BVSc & AH, MVSc
Veterinary Officer
Mob: 090938 84144