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Dog Whining In Crate - 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

Dog Whining in Crate: 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

You've just bought a dog crate for your pet where they can spend time while you're at work. You chose the right size, color and...
Low Protein Diet for Dogs - The Ultimate Guide

Low-Protein Diet for Dogs: The Ultimate Guide

Once the vet informs you that you need to change to a low-protein diet for dogs, the questions start popping up: what is a...
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10 Ways to Stop Your Dog from Chewing Bed

You just came home to yet another completely destroyed dog bed. It's the third one you've bought. There are two main reasons why your dog...
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5 Safe and Natural Dog Pain Relief Home Remedies

If you wish to avoid side effects from medicine, these five dog pain relief home remedies are all natural and safe for long term use in dogs.
Why Use Garlic in Homemade Dog Food Recipes

Why Add Garlic to Homemade Dog Food Recipes

If you read and try Samantha's homemade dog food recipes from Top Dog Tips, you may have noticed that some of them contain garlic,...
Using Salt in Homemade Dog Food Meals

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....
6 Dangers of Dogs Pulling on Leash (And What to Do)

6 Dangers of Dogs Pulling on Leash (And What You Must Do)

Leash pulling is fairly common in excited dogs, with their collar squeezing around the dog’s throat. In fact, a 2008 study reported leash pulling...
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My Dog Has Swollen Face: 7 Reasons Why and What You Should Do

If your dog has swollen face, there's an underlying cause that you need to determine. Only then can you know if you should panic or...
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Why Do Dogs Lick Your Face?

When a dog licks your face, does it mean they are kissing you? This is one of the most common assumptions and the reason...
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11 Dog-Friendly Backyard Ideas on a Budget

A dream backyard for the dog isn’t about you concocting weird and crazy expensive playgrounds; it’s about working towards addressing the needs and wants...
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Dog Licking Carpet: Why and What to Do

Your dog's strange behavior can sometimes be a cause for concern. If your dog licking carpet for no apparent reason is a new thing, this...
My Dog Sounds Like He Has a Hairball - Reasons Why And What You Can Do

My Dog Sounds Like He Has a Hairball: Why and What You Must Do

It is widely known that cats get hairballs, but what about dogs? If your dog sounds like he has a hairball, you might feel...

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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...