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It’s Still Summer! Hit the Road with a Doggy Trailer

Bike riding is a fun way to get fresh air and get a good workout, especially in the summer months. Exercising with your dog is...
Why and Where to Shop for Wholesale Pet Supplies

Why and Where to Shop for Wholesale Pet Supplies

When buying pet products, you want affordable products that will last. For some pet products, you only need one or two depending on the...
How to Improve Quality of Life for Disabled Dogs

How to Improve Quality of Life for Disabled Dogs

Unfortunately, our dogs will not remain perfectly healthy forever, but some dogs are born with physical and health challenges that they must deal with...
Is Peanut Butter Healthy for Dogs

Is Peanut Butter Healthy for Dogs?

I’ve heard how crazy dogs are for peanut butter and decided to try it with my group. They’re generally not picky about what they eat...
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Op-Ed: Canine Genetics – How to Make a Dog

Many years ago, I decided to breed a litter of cocker spaniels. I had a solid-black female with a good pedigree, and after some...
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Let’s Talk: Responsible Dog Breeding

Hopefully you’ve all been able to check out my Sunday Recap from last week. Those columns give me a wonderful chance to connect with you...
Raw Dog Food Diet

Let’s Talk: Raw Dog Food Diet – Dietary Concerns, Benefits, and Risks

Let's Talk is our new weekly column published where Top Dog Tips editors will bring interesting topics for discussion. This allows our team a chance...
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Let’s Talk: Pet Health Insurance

Good morning readers! Hopefully you all enjoyed my column last week about raw food diets and the changes I'm making to my dog's diet right...
Are Raw Bones Good for Dogs

Sunday’s Recap: Are Raw Bones Good for Dogs?

Happy Sunday readers! It was a busy week here at Top Dog Tips, but I was able to sneak in some research anyway. Last week we...
Top Best Dog Gates for Indoors and Outdoors

10 Best Dog Gates (Indoor & Outdoor) in 2023

If you prefer not to use a dog crate to confine your pooch, then pet gates are the next best choice. This is especially true...
What Dog Product Related Issues Do Vets See Most Often

Dog Product-Related Health Issues That Vets Often Run Into

Believe it or not, there are dog product-related health issues that we, vets, often run into. Pet parents spend hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars...
Use of Cannabis in the US Pet Industry

Cannabis for Dogs: New Businesses in the US Pet Industry

Growing cannabis, or what we now more commonly refer to as marijuana or weed, is becoming a booming business in the United States, especially...

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Dogs are cheerful pets, but do dogs act differently in spring? This is a question many dog owners ask, especially new ones. The thing is, in-season...
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In 2024, the American Kennel Club listed the Shiba Inu as the 42nd most popular dog breed in the United States. They remain in...
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