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The Internet Goes Wild With This Dog’s Jiu-jitsu Training With Owner

Jiu-jitsu fanatic Paul Hunter finally found his sparring partner after years of training in the sport he loves. Wrigley, an American Staffordshire Terrier, is a...
Lost Dog - How to Cope With Every Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare

Lost Dog: How to Cope With Every Dog Owner’s Worst Nightmare

Leave no stone, piece of furniture, cardboard box or loose board unturned in the home, garage or yard before accepting that you have a...
Tips on Getting Pet Pee Out of Mattress: What To Do To Remove Them?

Tips on Getting Pet Pee Out of Mattress: What To Do To Remove Them?

One of the essential techniques you'll quickly learn as a new pet owner is cleaning pet pee on a mattress. It's a rather complex...
15 of My Personal Favorite Dog Food Recipes

15 of My Personal Favorite Dog Food Recipes

We have hundreds of recipes published here on Top Dog Tips for dog owners looking to start cooking for their pets. However, with so...
Cost of Owning a Dog

Cost of Owning a Dog: What Every Potential Pet Parent Should Know

One of the first things that a person who is considering bringing a new dog into their home wants to know is, how much...
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Best Dog Food for Poodles: 9 Vet-Recommended Brands [Updated 2023]

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Poodles are prone to obesity and other diseases if not fed properly. - The best dog food for Poodles should be based on...
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9 Natural Home Remedies for Dog’s Fleas and Ticks

November is here! Last week I was discussing how to select a safe Halloween costume for your dog, and now the Christmas season is...
Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Why Some Dogs Dislike Men and What To Do About It

Some dogs have a problem with men. That’s the long and short of it. As a guy, this isn’t something to take personally, but...
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My Dog Ate Paracetamol: Is Paracetamol Safe For Dogs?

"Oh no! My dog ate paracetamol. Should I be worried?" No pet owners like to see their dogs in pain. If there's any way we can...
Top 20 Vintage Photos That Prove Dogs Are The Best

20 Vintage Photos That Prove Dogs Are The Best

Ever since the dawn of time, dogs have been the most loyal friends to humans. We’ve been through thick and thin together, so it’s...
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Keto Diet for Dogs: Good or Bad?

In a recent survey, a large percentage of American dog owners reported that they tend to feed their pets a similar diet as they...
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What to Say When Someone Loses a Pet

If someone is experiencing a pet loss, it's hard and tricky to know the right words to say. In this blog, we'll give you...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...