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Using Salt in Homemade Dog Food Meals

Using Salt in Homemade Dog Food Meals

Those of you reading my homemade dog food recipes here on Top Dog Tips will sometimes email me, asking why do I use salt....
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7 Dog Breed Groups in UK

Getting a dog isn’t exactly easy as you’ve expected. Surely, you probably thought getting a dog goes something like this: You go to a breeder...
Dog Walker Jobs

Dog Walker Jobs: Where and How to Find Dog Walking Work?

It's difficult to think of a job that would be more appealing than getting to spend the day outside hanging out with dogs. Whether you're...
Why Do Dogs Sleep With Their Bum Facing You

Why Do Dogs Sleep With Their Bum Facing You: What Does Science Say?

I know it’s weird. And as a fur parent, this strange sleeping habit in dogs can happen anywhere, anytime. Especially when you’re dozing off. Though seemingly strange,...
High Blood Pressure in Dogs (Hypertension) - A Brief Guide

How to Manage High Blood Pressure in Dogs?

High blood pressure in dogs can negatively affect how your pooch functions in their daily life. Just like in humans, various health conditions can cause...
The Different Types of Dog Bedding

Types of Dog Bedding: Mats, Beds, Pillows and Sofas

You may think that dog beds are just a comfortable place for your pet to sleep, but they serve more than that purpose alone....
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Dog Vomiting Vet Treatments

It is very alarming when we see our dog throwing up or we see vomit anywhere in our house. Below, we'll tackle everything you...
How Owners Lose Their Dogs' Trust

How Owners Lose Their Dogs’ Trust

A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. ~ Henry Wheeler Shaw Shaw was right. Dogs are...
10 Homemade Dog Food for Bladder Stones Recipes

Homemade Dog Food for Bladder Stones: 10 Recipes to Try!

Dogs can develop bladder stones or kidney stones in the same way humans do. Kidney and bladder stones in dogs are very serious, painful, and...
Hepatitis in Dogs - Science Based Guide

Hepatitis in Dogs: A Science-based Guide

Hepatitis in dogs is a medical condition that is mainly characterized and identified by continuous inflammation of a dog’s liver. The infection is related...
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Dying Dog Signs: 21 Vital Things To Look Out For

Dying dog signs may vary, but fur parents feel the same heartbreak and pain seeing their pup fight for its life. As much as we’d...
Hypoallergenic Dog Foods - The Vet's Buying Guide

Hypoallergenic Dog Foods: The Vet’s Buying Guide for Pet Owners

Most of us are already familiar with hypoallergenic products for humans – cosmetics, shampoos, and the like, but how much do you know about...

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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...
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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...