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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.
Tough and sturdy, with a wiry coat and famously mustachioed face, the standard schnauzer is arguably one of the most recognizable medium-sized breeds in the world. While the dog’s independent personality and high intelligence may the breed appealing, there is one major question you must ask: Can you afford one? Quick Navigation A Quick Overview […]
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Seeing your dog itch, scratch, and bite at fleas is heartbreaking because you’ll naturally feel sympathy for him. If these behaviors are persistent, it could be enough to drive both of you up the wall. While these bugs can, well, bug us, they can be stopped in their tracks. Quick Navigation Fleas Can Be Tough […]
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Nothing shatters the calm of the air quite like a dog bark. Whether it’s low and gruff or high and yippy, a prolonged barking session can turn into a big nuisance rapidly. And while there’s no way to get a dog to stop his bark, you can neutralize the noise. Quick Navigation The Basics Behind […]
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Pardon the pun, but fleas are quite possibly the biggest bugaboo that a puppy can face. These little bugs are much more than merely annoying – they can be dangerous to your little buddy. As such, it’s important that you take getting rid of your pup’s flea problems fast. Quick Navigation Why Are Fleas Such […]
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As the book says, everybody poops. This includes dogs, which is only natural considering that they eat, and pooping out waste is part of the digestive process. That’s why diet changes can help. Beneficial calming treats for dogs can really ease your pup’s stomach. Allowing them to remain active & excited. However, there is a fine […]
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Having a dog that jumps on your guests is embarrassing. Having a dog that repeats the behavior throughout the course of the evening is downright aggravating. Thankfully, as with other canine nasty habits, you can train your dog to stop pouncing if you’re willing to put in some work. Quick Navigation Why do Dogs Jump?So […]
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Cutting your dog’s hair at home can be a great time and money saver. It can also be a great source of frustration if you don’t have a quality set of dog clippers at the ready. By doing a little research, you can make sure this frustration never manifests. Quick Navigation Cutting Your Dog’s Hair […]
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They say a dog can be a reflection of his owner. It’s easy to see how this mindset came about. In a way, he looks to you for guidance in order to get through life. What you do and don’t do will have a huge impact on his life. Quick Navigation Creating an Environment of […]
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Newfie Noshes: The Best Dog Food For NewfoundlandsNewfoundlands are big, strong, friendly, sweet-natured, and amazing as family dogs. But what do you feed a dog that’s strong enough to pull a cart? What’s the best dog food for Newfoundlands? Luckily, we’ve done some research, and have come up with some pretty compelling choices!1-Second Snapshot: Top Newfoundland […]
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Chiggers are extremely nasty bugs. If you’ve ever had to deal with the tiny critters, you’re well aware of the discomfort and the ugly welts that their chomping can create. But can these little pests inflict the same kind of bothersome pestilence to our pups? Quick Navigation A Closer Look at ChiggersSo, is My Dog […]
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