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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.

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Top 10 Cheap Dog Strollers for Pet Owners on a Budget

For pet owners on a budget with dogs with mobility issues, arthritis, or recovering from surgery or injury, a dog stroller can be a...
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Top 5 Best Paw Balms for Dog’s Paw Protection, Hyperkeratosis, Dry Skin

Cold weather, hot and dry weather, rough terrain, and sometimes genetics cause calluses and lesions on a dog's nose and paw pads. We have shoes...
25 Most Common Dog Behavior Problems

25 Most Common Dog Behavior Issues: Habits and Problems That Are Not Normal

Domesticated dogs today are much better today than 10,000 years ago at behaving the way humans wish for them to behave. Even so, there are...
The Best Dog Conditioner Brands for a Shiny and Tangle-Free Coat

The Best Dog Conditioners for a Shiny and Tangle-Free Coat

Conditioners for dogs are specifically formulated for a canine's skin and coat. A human hair conditioner should never be used on pets for safety reasons...
Best Dog Anxiety Vests Proven to Work

The 5 Best Dog Anxiety Vests (And How They Work)

Mild anxiety in dogs means some barking, but if a dog's anxiety is severe, they may get destructive, aggressive, or seriously ill. One of the...
Top 12 Best Heating Pads for Dogs

Top 10 Best Dog Heating Pads

A dog heating pad isn't only for keeping your pooch warm in winter. You can use heat to improve blood circulation, relieve stiff muscle...
The Best Dog Door for Walls and Doors

40 Best Dog Doors for Walls and Doors

Installing a dog door opens a world of freedom for you and your pet. A flap dog door allows dogs to come and go whenever...
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25 Wolf Dog Breeds (with Same Characteristics to Wolves)

It is common knowledge that pet dogs of today are descendants of wolves. While it's not as noticeable in the Chihuahua or the Yorkshire Terrier,...
Top 10 Best Dog Wipes

10 Best Dog Wipes for Grooming

I've never met a dog owner who enjoys bathing their pets. It's time-consuming and can be a hassle. Between trying to wash a squirmy dog...
Best Watch Dogs

14 Best Watch Dog and Guard Dog Breeds

Some breeds can be predictable "stand-by dogs" as they watch a crime take place, but others are considered the best watchdogs for protection and...
Best Dog Nail Clippers for Home Grooming

Top 10 Best Dog Nail Clippers

The key to effective dog nail trimming is a good technique and use of the best dog nail clippers that are right for your...
Best Calming Collar for Dogs

Top 6 Best Calming Collars for Dogs

KEY TAKEAWAYS: - Dog pheromone collars are proven effective against dog anxiety; they're also cheaper and much safer compared to other invasive procedures - A dog...

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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...