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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.

Recipe: Homemade Dog Food with Eggs

This homemade dog food with eggs is a healthy option for most pups, but check with your veterinarian before switching to a homemade dog food diet.

Recipe: Meatless Homemade Dog Food

This meatless homemade dog food is a healthy option for most dogs. However, it's important to consult a canine nutritionist about the supplements that will need to be added in order to provide balanced nutrition.

Using Salt in Homemade Dog Food Meals

Those of you reading my homemade dog food recipes here on Top Dog Tips will sometimes email me, asking why do I use salt....

The Real Cost of Homemade Dog Food: How I Personally Budget

This guide to the real cost of homemade dog food is only how I budget, but it will be a great starting point for anyone new to making homemade dog food.

Recipe: Best Homemade Dog Biscuits

The best homemade dog biscuits use healthy ingredients and are easy to make. Of course, they also need to be appealing to your pup!

Homemade Easy Raw Dog Food Diet Recipes

This is a good starter recipe, but this easy raw dog food diet recipe won't be suitable for all pups, so be sure to check with you veterinarian before feeding it to your pet.

Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Digestive Disorders

If your dog is suffering from an upset stomach for any reason, this homemade dog food for digestive disorders may help clear up the issue.

Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Post Surgery Recovery

Proper nutrition is key to healing and regaining energy, and this homemade dog food for post surgery recovery may be just what your dog needs.

Recipe: Homemade Wheat and Gluten Free Dog Treats

Whether you want your pup to go gluten free or not, this homemade wheat and gluten free dog treats recipe is a healthy choice for any pooch.

Recipe: Homemade Dog Food for Picky Dogs

Are you getting frustrated with your picky pooch? This homemade dog food for picky dogs may just entice your finicky dog.

Recipe: Nutritionally Complete Homemade Dog Food

This nutritionally complete homemade dog food recipe is great overall, and may meet the needs of some dogs, yet it won't be suitable for every canine.

My 6 Essential Tips for Making Homemade Dog Food

If you don't follow these essential rules, you're not going to be able to make a nutritionally balanced diet for your dog. Here are my six best tips.

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