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Rachael Leanny

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Rachael is a writer living in Los Angeles and an alum of UNC Chapel Hill. She has been a pet owner since the age of three and began dog-walking in 2015. Her nine-year-old Pug and best pal, Ellie, is the queen of sassy faces, marathon naps, and begging.

5 Quick & Easy Tips to Get Dog Pee Out of...

Accidents happen. When our pets have accidents, it can be especially annoying. Cleaning carpeting and washing bedding can be a hassle, but it's not as...

Dog Scared of Thunderstorms? Why and 7 Tips to Help

There are a variety of reasons for why your dog may be scared or show fear during a thunderstorm. Dogs can be aware of the changing...

Fly Bites on Dogs: Prevention, Signs and Treatments

Flies often seem like very unnoticeable creatures to us, but to our dog they can cause discomfort or even put them in danger. The difference is...

Dog Runny Nose (Nasal Discharge): 11 Causes and Treatments

Nasal discharge in dogs can be a condition that means absolutely nothing. Typically, if it's clear watery discharge and your dog is overall healthy,...

10 Tips on How to Keep Dogs Cool Outside In Summer

Summer means continuously rising temperatures. While dogs love the great outdoors and crave exercise no matter the temperature, you must know how to keep dogs...

Dog in Heat? A Guide for Pet Owners

Dealing with a dog in heat can sometimes be a frustrating experience for owners who never had to deal with it before. But even without...

5 Possible Complications After Spaying Your Dog

There are many benefits to spaying your dog. With this procedure, you won't have to worry about your pup going into heat every three weeks.  All...

8 Dog Walker Tips: How to Become One and Be Good...

Maybe you are a student and need a part-time job as a dog walker. Maybe you want to go all out and try to...

Dog Cremation Cost Breakdown and Step by Step Guide

Are you prepared for your dog's passing?  A lot of dog owners, myself included, would give a straight "no" answer to this question. Some would even...

Dog Fur Dye: What You Must Know About It

Using dog fur dye has always been a fascination among some pet owners. As the pet industry expanded, we've moved past clothing alone. Now that...

10 Effective Ways to Naturally Boost Your Dog’s Health

There's nothing we want more than a long life and good health for our pet dog. But since animals can't look after their health themselves,...

White Potatoes in Homemade Dog Food Recipes

If you follow our homemade dog food recipes here on Top Dog Tips, you may have noticed that some of them contain white potatoes. This...

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