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Who doesn’t love lists? They’re quick to read, often interesting, and you can always learn something. Top Dog Tips, however, provides the most original, extensive and sometimes even evidence-based lists on dogs, dog ownership and related articles that every pet parent will find interesting to read and share.

Fun Valentines Gifts for Dogs

14 Fun Valentine’s Gifts for Dogs

Valentine's Day is almost here, and if you're a pet owner with an impossible not-to-love puppy, you're probably looking for some ideas for interesting...
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Best Dog for Kids: Safe and Fun Breeds

Choosing a dog is easy if you’re single and don’t have any kids in your home. You can choose a breed that you think is...
Top 10 Must Have Dog Training Supplies

Top 10 Must Have Dog Training Supplies

A major part of training your dog not to chew your belongings is to keep them entertained and give them toys to provide them...
Best Gifts for Dog Lovers

10 Totally Awesome Gifts for Dog Lovers

The perfect gifts for dog lovers. A tall order, huh? I started by thinking about all the things I could use and would appreciate. I was...
Tips to Ensure Your Dog is Safe During the Holidays

11 Tips to Ensure Your Dog is Safe During the Holidays

Everybody is looking forward to the holiday season and Christmas. Pet parents will be spoiling their dogs with treats, toys, vacations, and ensure a great...
Best Dog Skin Infection Treatment

Best Dog Skin Infection Treatment (Top Over-the-Counter Medicine for Dogs)

Your dog's skin is her first line of defense against germs and contaminants from the outside world. Infections of the skin can lead to...
Best Dog Carriers

The Best Dog Carriers Review

We've tested a HUGE number of pet carriers for dogs, reviewed each one to find and rank the best dog carriers available. Here's our detailed buying guide.
Top 10 Best Dog Harness 2020

Top 10 Best Dog Harnesses

For some pet owners, the thought of a dog harness brings to mind poorly behaved dogs that pull on their leash or are aggressive. Even...
How to Find and Pick Local Dog Breeders in Your Area

16 Tips on How to Find and Pick Local Dog Breeders in Your Area

Many future pet owners prefer getting purebred dogs and finding local dog breeders with that purpose. There are plenty of reasons one may desire a...
Best Medicated Dog Shampoo Brands of This Year

Top 5 Best Medicated Dog Shampoo Brands [Updated 2023]

There are three cases where a medicated dog shampoo is needed: skin allergies, bacterial infection, and yeast infection. There are also two types of medicated...
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Top 13 Best Dog Boots for Winter

  A dog needs to wear boots only in very special cases. Even in winter, their paws can handle most weather conditions, including low temperatures. One...
Top Best Dog Food for Boston Terriers

Best Dog Food for Boston Terriers: 9 Vet-Recommended Brands

Boston Terrier pups can be tricky to feed. They love to eat, which can lead to obesity if they aren't kept on a healthy,...

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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...