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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.
Gatorade has been an effective way for people to replenish and rejuvenate fluids after an intense workout or a nasty illness for about a half-century. There is a contingent of dog owners that implement the sports drink to help their pooch battle certain illnesses like diarrhea. But is it safe? Quick Navigation The Problem of […]
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The designer dog mix combining the Shih Tzu and the Pomeranian is the kind of pooch that lovers of toy breeds seem to really enjoy. Energetic, loyal, and sociable, these bubbly hybrids like to put on a show for anyone and everyone. Are they the right dog for you? Quick Navigation A Basic Overview of […]
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When we own a puppy, we are stewards of his health. As such, when he starts breathing fast, erratically, or in an otherwise funky manner, we can be quickly filled with fear and dread. But are these emotions that can wash over us valid ones to have?Quick NavigationWhy Pups May Breathe FastRead More about Relieving […]
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If you’re into small dogs, a Shih Tzu Chihuahua mix may be the ultimate expression of size and cuteness. But while the look of the so-called Shi Chi can warm your heart, there are several things you should know about the designer dog before you bring one into your home. Quick Navigation An Overview of […]
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The Labrador Retriever is the most popular dog in the country. The German Shepherd is second on the list. Both earn their top spots for being majestic, loyal dogs that carry some of the most prized traits to be found in the canine kingdom. So what happens when they’re cross-bred? Quick Navigation German Shepherd + […]
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He looks like a German Shepherd. He even acts like a German Shepherd. However, he’s not a German Shepherd. This may be the best way to describe the “Shollie,” a hybrid dog that crosses a GSD with a Border Collie. One question: is owning a Shollie like owning a GSD? Quick Navigation Are You Sure […]
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English Mastiffs Pics (PLUS Top 4 Food For Healthy Mastiffs)With their floppy ears and boundless enthusiasm, English Mastiffs are some of the cutest, burliest dogs you’ll ever own. They’re awesome lap dogs, and are well known for being some of the best friends you can have; however, you want to return that friendship with some […]
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What happens when you cross a Chihuahua and a Yorkshire Terrier? You get a Chorkie; a hybrid dog that is small in stature but large in feistiness. You also get a pooch whose playful nature can melt even the most hardened heart. But will this tiny dog fit your life? Quick Navigation A Quick Look […]
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For a lot of people, a Labrador Retriever represents the perfect dog. Yet some may say that you can build upon such perfection. The husky lab “designer dog” and its show-stopping eyes may provide proof of this latter mindset. But is this stunning hybrid pooch ideal for you? Quick Navigation What Makes the Husky Lab […]
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A dog’s teeth should last a lifetime, and they can with proper grooming and care. One of the most efficient ways to handle this necessity is to consistently use toothpaste specifically designed for dogs during every teeth cleaning. But which toothpaste works best?OUR PICKS FOR THE BEST DOG TOOTHPASTE Quick Navigation OUR PICKS FOR THE […]
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