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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.

Do You Tip Dog Groomers - Why and How Much

Do You Tip Dog Groomers? Why and How Much?

Regular dog grooming is essential to ensure a healthy canine. Some people choose to groom their dogs at home, while others take them to...
The Different Types of Dog Bedding

Types of Dog Bedding: Mats, Beds, Pillows and Sofas

You may think that dog beds are just a comfortable place for your pet to sleep, but they serve more than that purpose alone....
How To Choose the Right Dog Leash

How to Choose the Right Dog Leash

All leashes are not created equal. You need to know how to choose the right dog leash that is both safe for your pet and effective.
How To Choose the Right Dog Bowl

How to Choose the Right Dog Bowl

Most pet owners think a dog bowl is just a dog bowl, but there is a lot more to it than that. Let me explain how to choose the right dog bowl for your pet.
How To Train A Dog To Stay

How to Train A Dog to Stay: A Quick Video Guide

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyKZ08JbEY So, you've decided to adopt a dog. Whether you've chosen a new puppy or adopted an older dog from a shelter, it's important to...
A Guide for Raising Kids with Dogs

The Ultimate Guide for Raising Kids with Dogs: 17 Things Every Parent Should Know

Raising kids with dogs is beneficial for both the child and the dog. However, to be successful, it must be done correctly. Unfortunately, there...
The Guide on How to Read Online Dog Food Reviews to Pick the Best Dog Foods

How to Read Online Dog Food Reviews to Pick the Best Dog Foods

Dog owners looking for good quality food will find dog food reviews to be a valuable resource, but only if they know how to read...
5 Home Improvement Projects for Dog Owners

5 Home Improvement Projects for Dog Owners

Anyone who’s lived with a dog knows that these furry friends quickly become important members of the household. We worry about their happiness and...
How To Choose the Right Size Dog Toy

How to Choose the Right Size Dog Toys

You need to understand how to choose the right size dog toys whether you have a large breed or small. The wrong size could cause injury or lead to choking.
How To Take Great Photos of A Dog

6 Tips on How to Take Great Photos of a Dog

We've all seen adorable photos of dogs in magazines, and those super cute pics that our friends post of their pups on social media....
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How to Fit a Dog Collar Properly: A Quick Video Guide

It's important that you know how to fit a dog collar or it may cause big problems down the road including choking or allowing your dog to escape.
Top Tips for Puppy-Proofing your Home

6 Quick Tips for Puppy-Proofing Your Home

It’s an exciting day. You've adopted and bringing home your new puppy. Regardless of whether your new dog is old or young, there are a...

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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.
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...
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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...