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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Sherpa Has Created An Extra Level of Safety For Pet Carriers...

A lot of the new dog carriers on the market are specifically designed to be safe in the car. They have seat belt straps...

Most Clients Refer To This Dog Trainer As the Dog Whisperer

It takes a special person to train a dog, especially someone else’s dog. It takes patience, consistency, and dedication. It also takes a lot...

Florida Dog Grooming Center Unveils New Monthly Pet Care Club

All dogs need to be groomed, albeit some more than others. No matter what breed a dog is or how low maintenance his coat,...

This Device Creates a Hide-And-Seek Game With Dog Treats

If you’re into technology and you’re a dog lover, you’re going to love the Pulse from Northmate. You can link a bunch of these...

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Providing your dog with adequate mental stimulation is a key part of caring for his overall health and well-being. Getting down on the floor...

Pet Food Entrepreneur Rides Dog Superfood Trend

It’s no surprise that once food trends catch on in the human food industry they quickly begin popping up in the pet food industry...

Why Handsome Hounds Are Known For Their Weather Resistant Dog Jackets

Did you know that the Upper West Side of New York City has the most dogs per capita in the entire United States? I...

Alternatives to Rawhide Chews That Are Made From Sweet Potatoes

Many veterinarians and experts in the pet industry do not recommend raw hide chews for dogs. Rawhide chews have caused many cases of choking...

These Everlasting Treat Balls Are a Fun Chewing Challenge

One thing I’ve learned recently is the importance of providing adequate mental stimulation for your dog. Dogs do love to be active and they...

This Is the Only Retractable Leash With A Built-In Braking System

Have you ever been surprised by your dog lunging or running while on a retractable leash? You know what I mean. You’re standing at...

New Breed Finder Tool Released By Vetstreet.com

Vetstreet.com is a site dedicated to providing pet owners with trusted, authoritative health information about their companion animals. They also understand how important it...

Sunday’s Recap: Being Choosy About Dog Toys

Another Sunday morning means another Sunday Recap here at Top Dog Tips. Did you get time to read my column last week about adopting...

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