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Dr. Laura Harris is our resident dog health expert. She started to fact-check dog health-related information for HerePup during her internship and contributes since then. Her expertise is in dog nutrition, senior dog care, especially critical care medicine and internal medicine.
It’s a sound that causes heartbreak. Your little pup is in his crate, crying and whining with a little howl thrown in there for good measure. You do your best to ignore his yelps, but those noises can be soul-crushing at times. How do you soothe him without giving in? Quick Navigation Why Does My […]
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With its fluffy white coat, playful disposition, and ever-present happy expression, a Samoyed can instantly brighten up even the dourest of days. While the big friendly pooch makes a great addition to the right home, you may be afraid that he comes with a big price tag. But does he? Quick Navigation Why Consider a […]
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To the uninitiated, satin balls may sound like an ultra-luxurious doggie toy. Yet the term does not refer to an exorbitant plaything. Rather, satin balls are edibles that could be key for your dog maintaining a healthy weight. Better yet, they’re easy to make at home. Quick Navigation What Are Satin Balls?What Makes Satin Balls […]
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When you bring a puppy home, it’s natural to want to provide him with the most comfortable living arrangement possible. In fact, you should. This desire to create coziness will obviously extend your new pal’s sleeping arrangement. This may include a night light – but should it include one? Quick Navigation Why Would Someone Consider […]
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The Brainiac Breed: What are the Best Toys for Border Collies?Did you know that border collies are one of the smartest breeds out there? Without a doubt, you can call them the best representation of combined intelligence and athleticism of all the canine world. We’ll get back to this later.. However, just like with people, intelligence is […]
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The phrase “tail between your legs” is shorthand for being sorry and contrite in the human world. When our dogs literally do this action, we can figure out he’s communicating with us on some level. But does it have the same meaning as our own colloquialism? Quick Navigation Different Heights – or Lows – Mean […]
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Your dog looks great from head to toe…that is, until you get to his tail, where you see a patch of worn fur, raised skin, or discoloration. Your four-legged friend may have a condition known as stud tail. But don’t worry – chances are it can be treated rather easily.What is Stud Tail?Stud tail is […]
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One of the life lessons Winnie the Pooh taught us as kids is that “things are so much nicer with two.” Certainly, some people will readily tell you that this statement applies to dog ownership, where one dog is never far from his own furry “buddy.” But is this beneficial? Quick Navigation It’s a Variable […]
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Best Dog Food for Basset Hounds: Keep Your Buddy FitBasset hounds are some of the most adorable dogs around, with their big, floppy ears, big wet eyes, and those stubby little legs that make just watching them trot toward you the most adorable thing in the world. If you want your Basset Hound to live […]
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You and your dog are on a drive. Suddenly, you notice he’s not looking to hot. Right when you start giving him words of assurance, he barfs his breakfast all over your car’s upholstery. His motion sickness struck again. But is it something you have to live with? Quick Navigation What Causes Your Dog to […]
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