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Amy is a writer who lives with her husband and daughter on the United States Gulf Coast. She has a BA in Behavioral Sciences, and volunteered for shelters through various activities, as well as fostering animals. Amy currently has 3 dogs and 5 cats.

5 Homemade Crockpot Dog Food Recipes

The crockpot is an underrated kitchen appliance, but it's one of the best cooking tools in our household with two dogs. It allows me to...

20 Pros, Cons and Myths About Homemade Dog Foods

Homemade dog food has its pros and cons. This can be a great nutritional choice for dogs, but only when done right. If done...

5 Homemade Wet Dog Food Recipes

Some dogs get tired of their old bland dry kibble and won't eat it. Refusing food is common among dogs that do not feel...

25 Delicious Homemade Thanksgiving Dinner Recipes for Dogs

Not everything on your Thanksgiving table is safe to feed to your dog. Added sugar, fat, and other ingredients that may not be good for...

7 Essential Homemade Dog Food Supplements

A healthy homemade dog food diet doesn’t mean including meat and veggies alone, even if most online recipes focus on that. Depending on several factors,...

13 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Small Dogs

When searching for homemade dog food recipes online, you will often come across large meal ideas that have to be cooked in a gumbo...

5 Oils That are Good for Your Dog

Have you ever noticed that your dog’s fur isn’t as lustrous as some other dogs' fur is? It seems dull and maybe there's dandruff...

Adventure Awaits: The 25 Most Travel Friendly Dog Breeds for Your...

If you love to travel or need to travel for work, you may need to adopt a breed that is up to that challenge,...

My 9 Favorite Books on Cooking for Dogs

Here on Top Dog Tips, we love homemade recipes. And if you have finally decided to start cooking homemade meals for your dog as...

2024 Holidays Gift Guide for Dog Owners

The holiday season is at the door, and that means that it is time to get your gift shopping started. Buying a gift for dog...

30 Best Lap Dogs for Cuddly Pet Owners

While some people look specifically to adopt large dogs for protection or as an exercise partner, others may want a cozy, warm friend to...

20 Farm Dog Breeds for Living in the Country

Not just any dog is cut out for farm life. But, just like with people, there are a certain set of skills and a certain...

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