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writing sample - blog, informational article

Prompt: Write a 150-300 word piece on the benefits of owning a hypoallergenic dog. Your audiences are interested buyers from varying demographics with nasty dog allergies.

Often labeled as “man’s best friend,” a dog can become the worst enemy of someone who suffers from severe dog allergies. Regardless of how much a pet owner loves her German Shepherd, night time snuggles with a non-hypoallergenic pet can produce watery eyes, rashes, and shortness of breath—quite the antithesis of a cozy night-in.

However, dog lovers need not abandon their beloved canines due to persistent dog allergies; hypoallergenic dogs provide the love and comfort that other dogs bring, along with other benefits.

For one, because hypoallergenic dogs tend to have hair instead of fur, they shed less, which means their owners don’t have as much to clean. I mean, who doesn’t like this benefit? The presence of hair in lieu of fur also means these dogs produce less pet dander (“dandruff”), a secretion known to inflame allergies. Less pet dander also means less cleaning. Can you see a pattern here?

Lastly, there are an array of ultra-cute hypoallergenic dogs to choose from: Poodles, Malteses, and Portuguese Water Dogs all fit the bill. Owning one of them means fewer—if any—allergic reactions for you, as well as any guests you’ll bring into your home. By choosing a hypoallergenic dog, you can literally breathe easy as you cuddle with your canine day and night.

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