Featured

The best content on Top Dog Tips. We invite knowledgeable dog experts to provide free information, tips, how-tos and advice on dog ownership, dog grooming, dog training, dog supplies and other pet related topics. Our editors then read through all the dog related content and pick the best of the best to post here.

Top 12 Unique Ways to Tire Out a Hyperactive Dog

How to Tire Out a High Energy Dog or Puppy: 12 Ways Inside and...

Sometimes pet owners are unable to bring their dogs out for longer walks due to bad weather or other conflicts. When this happens, dogs may...
10 Most Addictive Free Dog Games Online (Desktop, Android, iPhone)

10 Most Addictive Online Free Dog Games

When you can't get enough dogs in real life, what's better than to play with them in online games? There are a number of online...
Aggression in Dogs with Dementia Featured

Aggression In Dogs With Dementia

Have you noticed sudden behavior changes in your senior dog? Have they become suddenly aggressive? Well, aggression in dogs with dementia is common. Aggression can...
How to Choose the Right Dog Toys by Age

Choosing the Right Dog Toys by Age: Toys For Puppies, Adult And Senior Dogs

All dogs, regardless of their age, need toys. They are great interactive tools that help your pets grow and learn throughout their formative puppy years. Dog...
interesting facts about dogs

13 Interesting Facts About Dogs That Will Surprise Any Owner

No matter how much experience you have with canines, these interesting facts about dogs may end up surprising you. Did you know there is a city in the US that has a dog for a Mayor? Have you ever wondered if any dogs survived the sinking of the Titanic? Learn about these cool facts, and many more in this roundup of the most interesting facts about dogs!
8 Potential Dog Labor Complications

8 Potential Dog Labor Complications and Signs

Helping a dog to give birth is a very serious process that sometimes comes inherent with potential problems and unexpected issues. Below is a...
coton-de-tulear-featured-image

Coton de Tulear Dog Breed Profile

THERE'S PROBABLY NO OTHER DOG BREED that's going to be as charming, as bright, and as happy-go-lucky as the Coton de Tulear. This literal furball...
should my dog sleep in bed with me

A Dog Sleeping in Bed With Their Owner: Statistics and Should You Do It?

How many dog owners have their dog sleeping in bed with them? A few months ago, a survey of 23,000 pet owners was conducted....
black-dog-poop-featured-image

Black Dog Poop: What Does It Mean?

What does black dog poop mean in canine physiology? When it comes to our pup's health, experts say the proof is in the poop. "Differences in...
Top 7 Best TV Shows About Dogs Available for Streaming Right Now

7 Best TV Shows About Dogs Available for Streaming

Dog lovers usually enjoy watching television shows that feature their favorite four-legged friends. We can relate to these shows and connect with the characters. With...
how to socialize a dog

How to Socialize A Dog With Humans: A Beginner’s Guide

An unsocialized dog poses the risk of becoming aggressive toward another dog, animal, or human. Dogs become aggressive due to fear. Socialization eliminates the risk of...
giving a dog a pill

15 Safe Human Meds for Dogs To Stock in Your First Aid Kit

Have you ever wondered if human meds for dogs are safe? In most cases, you should be only giving your dog medications that are specifically...

LATEST FEATURES

Sasha the dog running on the beach

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...
Sasha in the car

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.
how to get rid of a dog

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...
How many dogs are too many featured image

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...
Can dogs get sick from humans featured image

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...