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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.

Best Dog Food for Havanese: 8 Vet Recommended Brands

The Havanese is a unique breed that began its climb to popularity just a few short years ago. Before then, they were largely unknown...

Best Dog Food for Poodles: 9 Vet-Recommended Brands [Updated 2023]

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Poodles are prone to obesity and other diseases if not fed properly. - The best dog food for Poodles should be based on...

Best Dog Food for Labs: 7 Vet-Recommended Brands

While Labrador Retrievers (Labs) are known as one of the best family dogs, they are also known for becoming obese in their adult years. This...

How to Feed Dogs With Kidney Disease

How to feed dogs with kidney disease? What should they avoid? One of the more common serious health problems for dogs is kidney disease, which...

Dog Product-Related Health Issues That Vets Often Run Into

Believe it or not, there are dog product-related health issues that we, vets, often run into. Pet parents spend hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars...

Best Dog Food for Golden Retrievers: 5 Vet Recommended Brands

From the moment they are born, Golden Retrievers are balls of sweet, silly fun. They are friendly dogs that enjoy spending time with adults, children...

Best Dog Food for Boston Terriers: 9 Vet-Recommended Brands

Boston Terrier pups can be tricky to feed. They love to eat, which can lead to obesity if they aren't kept on a healthy,...

Best Dog Food for Shih Tzus: 10 Vet Recommended Brands

Shih Tzus are one of the most well-known lap dogs on the planet, and these pups are known for their warm personality and love...

5 Best Dog Foods for Schnauzers

Most manufacturers producing food for Schnauzers try to determine ingredients that will provide all the essential nutrients to fit the activity, body size, and...

11 Best High Fiber Dog Food Brands

If a vet recommends a high-fiber diet for your dog, it's probably for one of two reasons: (1) to form good or better quality...

Best Food for Dogs 101: Dog Food Buying Guide

There are tons of options out there for the best food for dogs available today, and it can be very intimidating for new pet...

Best Dog Food for German Shorthair Pointers: 7 Vet-Recommended Brands

German Shorthair Pointers (GSP) are a unique and very active breed with a wide range of nutritional needs across their lifetime. The German Shorthair Pointer...

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