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All pet parents want the best for their dogs. Top Dog Tips’ dog experts provide the best, most accurate and easily understandable, actionable tips on dog ownership, using all types of dog products, dog health advice, dog nutrition information and other pet information that’s essential for dog owners to know.

How To Clean Dog Paws After Walk

How to Clean Dog Paws After a Walk

Dogs walk through all kinds of dirt and debris on a daily basis. Learning how to clean dog paws after a walk will prevent this dirt from entering your home.
how to teach a dog to sit

How to Teach a Dog to Sit with Positive Reinforcement

You need to begin training your dog as soon as you bring him home. Learning how to teach a dog to sit will be one of the first commands you'll teach.
how to kill fleas on dogs

How to Kill Fleas on Dogs

Dogs are an ideal host for a family of fleas. This is why it's important that every owner know how to kill fleas on dogs. Here's my detailed guide on this.
How to Get Started Hunting with a Gun Dog

TOP #99: How to Get Started Hunting with a Gun Dog

We talk to famous dog trainer Martin Deeley about adopting and training gun dogs, hunting with dogs and everything aspiring gun dog hunters should know.
how to get dog pee smell out of carpet

How to Get Dog Pee Smell Out of Carpet

Accidents happen, especially when you're potty training your pooch. That's why it's important for all owners to know how to get dog pee smell out of carpet.
What to Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate

What to Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate

Most dog owners are aware that chocolate can be toxic to dogs. However, even with all the necessary precautions, our pets sometimes find a...
The Complete Guide on Osteosarcoma in Dogs

The Complete Guide on Osteosarcoma in Dogs

Each year approximately 8,000 to 10,000 dogs are diagnosed with osteosarcoma. Most frequently seen in large and giant breed dogs, this aggressive bone cancer...
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A Science-based Guide to Home Cooked Dog Food Recipes

Covering the subject of homemade dog food recipes is a big part of Top Dog Tips. Today, though, we’re breaking out the lab coats and...
how to treat a dog ear infection

How to Make Home Remedies for Dog Ear Infection

Most pet owners seek veterinary assistance if they suspect their pet has an ear infection, but home remedies for dog ear infection can be very effective.
Dog Scared of Thunderstorms - 6 Things to Do to Help Your Dog

Dog Scared of Thunderstorms? Why and 7 Tips to Help

There are a variety of reasons for why your dog may be scared or show fear during a thunderstorm. Dogs can be aware of the changing...
6 Ways to Prevent Dog Collar Accidents

6 Ways to Prevent Dog Collar Accidents

We put collars on our dogs with the best intentions – for their security, to be able to hold them if something dangerous comes...
What to Do If a Dog Eats Rat Poison

What to Do If a Dog Eats Rat Poison

Rat or mouse poison is a very common substance used for getting rid of rodents in homes or backyards. It is very efficient in...

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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...