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Deborah Shores, DVM

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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.

5 Best Dog Shampoos Recommended by Veterinarians

Picking the right dog shampoo and their specific coat type is an important step. Dogs have natural oils in their skin that keep their coat...

A Vet’s Guide to Dewormers for Dogs: The What, Why and...

At one time or another in your dog’s life, he may need to take medication for internal parasites or “worms”. If you believe that your...

Dog Weight Loss Plan For An Overweight Dog: How to Slim...

Dog obesity is a rapidly growing health problem. Obese dogs will suffer from breathing issues, diabetes, arthritis, and joint pain (1). This article discusses the importance...

Best Dog Food for Rottweilers: 5 Vet Recommended Brands

Rottweilers are amazing, beautiful dogs with personalities to match. These dogs are smart and easy to train, which is what makes them an excellent...

Ask a Vet: 5 Best Hypoallergenic Dog Food & Treats (Buyer’s...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - While there are no conclusive scientific explanation why and how dogs get allergies, there are enough anecdotes as to how some triggers,...

Best Dog Food for Dachshunds: 9 Vet Recommended Brands (Updated 2024)

Dachshunds come in two ‘varieties’ – the standard and the miniature. Their body weight can range from under 11 pounds for minis to 16-35...

Best Dog Food for Pomeranians: 8 Vet-Recommended Brands

The Pomeranian is a small dog with a medium energy level. Like most canines, they are active in their younger years and slow down...

Ask a Vet: How to Put an Overweight Dog on a...

In recent years, dogs - just like their human counterparts - have become more and more overweight (1). In fact, studies show that canine obesity...

Best Dog Food for French Bulldogs: 7-Vet Recommended Brands

French Bulldogs (Frenchies) aren't the most active breed, but they aren't lazy either. Feeding the proper amount of calories each day and picking the...

Best Dog Food for Vizsla: 9 Vet-Recommended Brands

Also known as the Hungarian Pointer, the Vizsla is one of the smallest sporting dogs and has the characteristics of both a pointer and...

Veterinarian’s Guide on Flea Collars for Dogs

Fleas have been a nuisance to dogs and their human companions for millennia. In the last 50 years, flea control has become much more...

18 Best Vet-Recommended Healthy Dog Food Brands

As a veterinarian, dog lovers are always asking me for my opinion on the top vet-recommended dog food brands for their furry friends. But one...

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