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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.
Grooming is a vital part of dog ownership. It can also be rather pricey, particularly if you have a breed known for having long or difficult fur. However, learning how to groom your pooch at home can help lower the price of your dog looking his best significantly. Quick Navigation Things to Keep in Mind […]
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Miniature schnauzers may be small dogs. But what they lack in size, they more than make up for in personality. These robust, mustachioed terriers are fun, humorous, and eager to please, making them a joy to be around. But will their price tag have you singing the blues? Quick Navigation Miniature Schnauzers at a GlanceMiniature […]
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There are many reasons why the German Shepherd is one of the country’s most popular breeds. They’re handsome, they’re intelligent, and they’re excellent with kids. They also come in two different coats – the celebrated short-hair, and the somewhat ignored long-hair. Why is one coat revered and the other obscure? Quick Navigation The Coat and […]
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Your dog looks so beautiful when he runs. Majestic, even. Your heart swells with pride as your take in his accelerated gait. Then he hacks up a lung as soon as he stops. Again. The majesty is over, and you’re left to wonder: Why does he always do that? Quick Navigation Why a Dog CoughsIs […]
Continue readingHeartworms. Just uttering the name of the critters is enough to strike fear into the souls of many a dog owner. However, while we know they are inherently bad, we may not know exactly why they are such a menace. Indeed, there is a lot to know about them. Quick Navigation Heartworms: A Brief Video […]
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Few things in the canine world are more breathtaking than a long, majestic stride of a long-legged dog. Of course, gradual hind leg weakness could cause this beautiful sight to stop. If you own such a pooch, should you be more concerned about this issue than short-legged dog owners? Quick Navigation Leg Issues are an […]
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We have all seen our dog taking his tongue to various parts of his body. While we try not to think about it when he licks us, we may just think that he’s giving himself a tongue bath much like a cat would. But is this an accurate assumption? Quick Navigation There May be a […]
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One of the toughest things dog owner can experience is watching a beloved pooch’s hind legs grow weak. Indeed, seeing a once-proud gait devolve into a feeble scamper is enough to make you feel helpless. But don’t throw in the towel – you can give your buddy some help. Quick Navigation What Causes a Dog’s […]
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They say music soothes the savage beast. By that rationale, a good set of dulcet tunes should calm down even the feistiest of dogs. And several companies out there bank their existence on this philosophy by creating calming music specifically for pooches. But how effective are they? Quick Navigation Separation Anxiety and the Need to […]
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The German Chow Shepherd Mix, or Chow Shepherd, is one of the most striking “designer dogs” out there. Equipped with a fluffy coat and boundless energy, this hybrid can make big dog aficionados instantly smitten. However, there are a few things you should know before you give your heart away. Quick Navigation An Overview of […]
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