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= Honey-Bun Pearle = Honey-Bun (2009 - Current) is a loveable family pet, nicknamed "The Friendship Ambassador", she has devoted her life to loving those around her while persevering through multiple rare medical aliments. Even in the face of death, her personality shines through and she remains a happy and friendly dog.

Life
Honey-Bun Elizabeth Pearle is a Dachshund Pomeranian mixed breed (Dameranian ). Born on August 18th, 2009 in Saint George, Utah. Honey was raised in Las Vegas, Nevada with her partner Buzz (also a Dameranian). When she was six years old her family moved to Kelowna, BC where she has resided since. In the summer of 2021, Honey Bun has officially applied to create and break a world record. Her talent being cracking open hundreds of easter eggs in just a few minutes.

Medical Conditions
Honey did not have any known medical conditions until her second litter in 2013. Six weeks after giving birth to her litter of three, Honey was taken to the vet. She was unable to eat or drink and appeared lethargic, she was rushed into emergency surgery. She made it through the Pyometra surgery and was sent home to recover. Unfortunately, she started loosing weight rapidly and became more sick. Eventually, Honey started to stabilize and with the help of a different food brand she started to gain back her weight. This medical emergency was not her only close call. In October 2020, she was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Although rare, her condition did not seem to be a major concern at the time. Despite the cardiovascular diagnoses, Honey still seemed to be displaying signs of another condition. At first glance, she seemed to fit the criteria for Cushing's disease, however her tests came back negative. Finally, in February 2021 she was diagnosed with Hyperparathyroidism. After being placed on the proper medications she seemed to be doing fine. Suddenly, in May 2021 things went downhill. She started coughing constantly, was unable to walk, and would pass out when standing. She was immediately rushed to the vet and it was discovered she was in end-stage heart failure. With only a few days to live, she was placed on medications to help alleviate some symptoms. Miraculously, she fought past her prognosis and has remained a happy, outgoing dog.