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10 Pet-Friendly Fall Home Decor Safe for Dogs and Cats

Pumpkins, candles, throws, and a simmer pot in the kitchen... fall home decor sets the perfect mood for this cozy season. Unfortunately for us pet...
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Top 17 Dog Food Delivery Services

Thinking of getting food delivered to your pooch? Hey, no judgments, we get it. In this busy season, what's convenient is always good. Sometimes, it's even...
Dorset Pet Food Bank Expands as Needs Arise in Boscombe

Dorset Pet Food Bank Expands as Needs Arise in Boscombe, England

Dorset Dogs opens its 7th pet food bank in Boscombe, Bournemouth, England, as the community struggles with the demands and costs of animal ownership. With...
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Different Types of Dog Temperaments

Dogs sprung from their wild dog ancestry. The closest similarity of each breed is that they are domesticated and have been bred to work...
Do Dogs Have Feelings Science Has the Answer

Do Dogs Have Feelings? Science Has the Answer

Most pet parents at one time or another have wondered: do dogs have feelings? Fortunately or not, this is a question that can be...
How To Help A Dog Get Onto A Bed

How To Help A Dog Get Onto A Bed or In A Car and...

Whether it is when your dog is a puppy, or an elderly dog, at some point, it is likely that you will need to...
White Potatoes in Homemade Dog Food Recipes

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...
Products You'll Need When Traveling with Dogs

10 Items You Need When Traveling with Dogs

Are you going on a trip with your dogs? Whether this is your first time traveling with your pooch or has done it a couple...
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Rescued Australian Sailor Tim Shaddock Reunites With Beloved Dog Bella

Tim Shaddock, an Australian sailor, and his dog, Bella, reunited after their time lost at the ocean. The pair had reunited for the first time...
Top 18 Best Dog-Friendly USA Hotels That Will Welcome Your Pups

18 Most Dog-Friendly USA Hotels

As the number of pet owners grows rapidly, so does the number of dog-friendly hotel and hotel chains all across the world. In the...
Dog Adoption Through Social Media

Pets Are Now Getting Adopted Quickly, Thanks to Social Media

https://youtu.be/lDyCEBmvd2Q In a 2018 ASPCA survey, animal rescue shelters recorded a whopping 66% increase in pet adoptions and 45% in volunteers — all credits due...
Do Dogs See in Color According to Science

Do Dogs See In Color? Science Says Yes!

One of the most common misconceptions about dogs is that they are colorblind. Most people believe that dogs see in shades of black and...

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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...