Deborah Shores, DVM
In the last 8 years, Dr. Shores has worked as a clinical veterinarian for dogs, cats, small mammals and non-human primates as well as a writer on the subject of pet health. Her passion is breaking down the intricacies of proper dog health care and dog nutrition.
8 Vet’s Tips on How to Care for Senior Dogs
Our pets today live much longer than they did a few decades ago, thanks to advancements in veterinary care and a variety of medicine, tools...
Ask a Vet: Is Grain Free Food Bad for Dogs?
Over the past decade, a grain-free diet for dogs has become all the rage for pet owners.
You've likely heard or read how no dog...
4 Common Types of Worms in Dog Poop
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Worms in your dog’s poop is a sure sign of parasite infestation.
However, you won't always know of worm infestation from a dog's feces alone.
Worms...
Hydrocortisone Cream for Dogs: What Is It and How to Use...
Hydrocortisone is a medicinal substance found in many human-grade topical products.
Its main utilization is in treating inflammation or allergic reactions, particularly if they...
Hypoallergenic Dog Food: What It Is, Does It Really Work, and...
If your dog suffers from itchy skin, your veterinarian may have suggested a "diet trial" or "elimination diet" using hypoallergenic dog food as the...
The Best Sensitive Stomach Dog Foods of 2023 (For Upset Stomachs)
If you're searching for the best sensitive stomach dog foods, you've clicked the right article.
Upset stomach in dogs is very common because there are...
15 Safe Human Medications for Dogs
Have you ever wondered if human meds for dogs are a thing?
Yup, you're not alone hooman. We do, too.
But in most cases, you should be...
The Ultimate List of Toxic and Safe Plants, Seeds for Dogs
The idea of gardening when you have a dog can be daunting. Even if you do not garden but have plants around, not only...
Best Dog Food for Springer Spaniels: 9 Vet Recommended Brands
Today's dog foods are not one-size-fits-all. Continued canine nutritional research and investigations into the dog’s genome have shown that different breeds can benefit from...
Best Dog Food for Newfoundland: 10 Vet Recommended Brands
While the Newfoundland breed (or "Newfies") was officially recognized by the AKC in 1886, they were virtually unknown as a household pet just 20...
Dog Dental Chews: The 5 Best Recommended by Vets
Are you struggling to find the right dog dental chews for Fido? No need to worry! We've compiled a list of five of the...
Holistic Dog Care: The Ultimate Evidence-based Guide
When people hear the term "holistic,"Â they typically think about alternative medicine.
It brings to mind acupuncture and herbal remedies alone.
This is a common misconception, as...
