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Backpacks to Carry Dogs - How to Bring Your Small Dog Everywhere

Backpacks to Carry Dogs: How to Bring Your Small Dog Everywhere

It’s fun to go out and about with your dog. After all, one of the delights of dog ownership is that you can take...
Different Types of Dog Food and Which One Your Dog Needs

4 Different Types of Dog Food and Which One Your Dog Needs

Adopting a dog is one of the most exciting times in a pet parents' life. What will your new four-legged companion be like? How...
Tips for Making Your Own Homemade Dog Food

6 Must-Know Tips for Making Your Own Homemade Dog Food

The jury is in; fresh food is better for your dog. Pet owners notice a difference in their dogs' overall health and well-being, but...
The Guide to Water Intoxication in Dogs

The Guide to Water Intoxication in Dogs

Water intoxication in dogs is what happens when your pet consumes excess water. This can be from playing in the pool or biting on the...
Heatstroke in Dogs

Heatstroke in Dogs: 20 Ways to Prevent and Treat It

When the summer heat is in full swing, so are the summer dangers for dogs, including heatstroke. Canine heatstroke occurs when the heat exceeds the...
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20 Most Talkative Dog Breeds That Bark Often

Just because a dog breed is known to be vocal doesn’t make them any less popular. If you need a vocal canine or are...
Semi-Moist Dog Food

Semi-Moist Dog Food: Pros, Cons, and Best Brands

The semi-moist dog food type is likely a term you haven’t heard before, but it’s a pet food variety you would recognize by sight. We’re...
Top 25 Dogs With the Best Sense of Smell

25 Dogs With the Best Sense of Smell

We all know that dogs are famous for their sense of smell. Canines have approximately 300 million olfactory receptors in their noses, whereas humans...
Healthiest Dog Breeds

17 of the Healthiest Dog Breeds

Dogs are perhaps the best animal companions humans have ever known. Who wouldn’t want such a special friend to live with us longer? Some breeds...
What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

What Are Breaking Scents for Hunting Dogs

Hunting with dogs is a pastime that stretches across the world and across centuries. Even when we were living in caves, dogs were chosen...
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Sunday’s Recap: Dogs and Children

Happy Sunday! I hope your week was more relaxing than mine. We've been busy here at Top Dog Tips putting out our regular columns...
Best Food for Dogs 101

Best Food for Dogs 101: Dog Food Buying Guide

There are tons of options out there for the best food for dogs available today, and it can be very intimidating for new pet...

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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...