Samantha Randall
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.
Let’s Talk: Raw Dog Food Diet – Dietary Concerns, Benefits, and...
Let's Talk is our new weekly column published where Top Dog Tips editors will bring interesting topics for discussion.
This allows our team a chance...
How To Remove Dog Tear Stains Naturally and How To Prevent...
Tear stains in dogs are very common and not dangerous. Here's how to remove dog tear stains naturally or using a dog tear stain remover products.
How To Treat A Runny Nose In Dogs
Dogs experience the world with their noses. They use their strong sense of smell for play, when meeting new friends and when exploring new territory. When a dog's nose isn't functioning properly, it can inhibit his overall quality of life. Learning how to treat a runny nose in dogs will allow you to clear up the issue quickly and get your back to exploring his environment.
Dog Crate Sizes: How to Size a Dog Crate for a...
Our step-by-step guide on how to size a dog crate for a perfect fit by measuring your dog and using dog crate size chart, or dog crate sizes by breed.
How To Take A Cat’s Temperature With A Thermometer
Learning how to take a cat's temperature could actually be a huge benefit if she becomes ill. It's one of the best ways to catch an illness before it becomes something more serious. First things first, though. Let's talk about why knowing how to take your pet's temperature is so important.
Recipe: Homemade Low-Carb Dog Food
Our pets are an extension of our families. We want to take care of them as well as we take care of our human family members, and a big part of that is ensuring they have good meals to eat every day. If your pup needs to cut some carbs, this homemade low-carb dog food recipe may be what you're looking for.
Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Small Breeds (Chicken and Oats)
Nutrition is an integral part of raising a dog that is healthy and strong. Small breed dogs grow and develop differently than larger breeds. Their nutrition needs to be catered to these differences. Discuss this homemade dog food for small breeds with your veterinarian before making a dietary switch for your pup.
DIY Grooming Kit for Cats: How To Make One
Many pet parents are starting to realize that grooming their cats and dogs at home is not only significantly cheaper, but also presents a good opportunity to bond with your fur baby. If you're going to groom your pet at home, you'll need a DIY grooming kit for cats to keep all of the necessary tools on hand and organized.
Review: PocoPet Small Pet Carrier Sling
This pet carrier holds animals weighing less than 15 pounds. The pet should also measure less than 12" from his chest to the base of his tail. It's ideal for cats and small breed dogs. As you can see, my cat, Stitch, fits perfectly in the carrier and is quite content riding inside it.
Recipe: Vegan Homemade Dog Food with Chickpeas
There are very few commercial vegan and/or vegetarian dog food products available in the United States. The vegan diet is controversial for pets, but it may be necessary for your pup. It's important to discuss this dietary change with your veterinarian. If they approve the switch, you can make vegan homemade dog food that will provide the nutrition that your dog needs.
How to Tell If Your Dog Is Pregnant
If you're planning to breed your dog or your bitch has found herself in an "accidental situation," you'll need to know how to tell if your dog is pregnant.
Recipe: Cheesy Bacon Dog Biscuits
Do you like the combination of cheese and bacon? It's a popular combination for humans, and I'm sure your pup will also enjoy this flavor. These bacon and cheese dog biscuits are healthy and very easy to make. Our dogs love them, and I'm sure yours will too!
