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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.

Dog Pregnancy Guide - Advice for Dog Owners of Pregnant Dogs

Dog Pregnancy 101: The Guide on Pregnant Dogs

Many first-time dog owners are wondering about dog pregnancy. If you think your dog is pregnant, hopefully, it was a planned event. If it was, then...
Pit Bull Muscle Gaining

Pit Bull Muscle Gaining 101: How to Bulk Up a Pit Bull Healthfully

The concept of bulking up a Pit Bull is often associated with a negative connotation. However, the truth is that there are other reasons for...
7 Ways of Deshedding a Dog

7 Ways of Deshedding a Dog

It may be a little embarrassing when guests leave your home all covered in dog hair. And you'll find most of it all over...
Tricks for Training a Dog to Use Steps

Tips and Tricks for Training a Dog to Use Pet Steps, Stairs and Ramps

Dogs need stairs or steps for a number of reasons. Some dogs need pet stairs to help their injured backs or limbs, or to...
How To Prepare To Go Hiking with Dogs

10 To-Dos to Prepare for Hiking with Dogs

If you’re an active person, then you love the exhilaration nature brings with it, and you enjoy hiking, camping, and other outdoor activities. But have...

How to Get a Dog with No Appetite to Eat

Sometimes illness leads to a pet losing interest in food. That's why every dog owner needs to learn how to get a dog with no appetite to eat.
Guide on How to Trim Your Dog's Face Hair with Scissors

How to Trim Your Dog’s Face Hair with Scissors

If your dog has long face hair, trimming it is a matter of hygiene and safety. You'll need to learn how to trim your dog's face hair with scissors.

How to Put On Dog Boots and Keep Them from Falling Off

You got dog booties, but can't put them on or they just won't stay on. Here's my guide on how to put on dog boots on a dog and keep them from falling off.

Hot Spots on Dogs: Cause, Symptoms, and How To Treat It

Dog skin conditions and hot spots in dogs are common. Here's my step-by-step guide on how to treat hot spots on a dog, and best treatments and remedies.

How to Help Your Dog Get Used to Pet Clippers

Most dogs are scared of clippers and experience grooming anxiety. Here's how to help a dog get used to pet clippers and keep your pooch calm.
how to raise a Pit Bull

Vet’s Tips on How to Raise a Healthy Pit Bull Puppy

Whether you’re adopting or purchasing a new Pit bull, do the research. Many reputable breeders pride themselves on breeding puppies with excellent health and temperaments. But the...
How Much To Feed A Dog

How to Read Dog Food Labels Accurately

Learning how to read dog food labels isn't easy. You need to learn to weed through all the marketing tactics and find out what's really in there.

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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...