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Pet parents love to spoil their puppies and buy all sorts of dog products, from doggy treats to dog toys, dog crates, dog beds and anything in between. Top Dog Tips invites all types of dog experts to write very detailed, extensive and FREE buyer’s guides on how to choose the best dog grooming supplies, what dog food to buy, how to choose between best dog training equipment and other important information.

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Pet Insurance: A Beginner’s Guide

With so many pet insurance programs on the market, it’s hard to know which one offers the best coverage (and pricing) for your and...
How to Start a Dog Rescue - The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

How to Start a Dog Rescue: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

If you are a dedicated dog lover with a desire to make a difference, then you have probably considered starting your own dog rescue...
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The Vet’s Guide on DNA Tests for Dogs

Long before I went into veterinary practice, my first dog was a “pound puppy” — a stray that had been picked up by the...
Vet Guide on Flea Pills for Dogs

The Vet’s Guide on Flea Pills for Dogs

There is a large variety of flea-preventative products for dogs available today. Not every product is right for every pet, however, and it is...
Veterinarian's Guide on Treadmill for Dogs

A Veterinarian’s Guide on Treadmills for Dogs

Many puppy parents wonder how they can exercise the family dog more frequently or more efficiently. Taking walks or playing outdoors may be difficult or...
Dog Food for Sensitive Stomachs - Veterinarians Buying Guide for Pet Owners

Veterinarian’s Guide on Buying and Using Dog Food for Sensitive Stomachs

Many dogs suffer from tummy troubles from time to time. If your pet is among these, he may benefit from a “sensitive stomach” formulation....
Elimination Diet Trial - The Ultimate Science-based Guide

Dog Elimination Diet: The Ultimate Science-based Guide

The dog elimination diet is the most affordable - and, according to studies (1, 2, 3), the most reliable - approach to identifying and...
Your Dog Fleas and Ticks Survival Guide

The Ultimate Dog Fleas and Ticks Survival Guide

Most dog owners know that it’s important to protect their pet against fleas and ticks, but the majority don’t know why it’s important. The...
Pet Owner's Full Guide to Dog Dental Care

The Ultimate Guide to Dog Dental Care

Y our dog’s overall health is dependent on many factors, including his dental hygiene. Not only improper dog dental care and hygiene can result in...
A Guide for Raising Kids with Dogs

The Ultimate Guide for Raising Kids with Dogs: 17 Things Every Parent Should Know

Raising kids with dogs is beneficial for both the child and the dog. However, to be successful, it must be done correctly. Unfortunately, there...
Raw Diet for Dogs 101 Tips on Raw Dog Food Feeding

Raw Diet for Dogs 101: The Ultimate Guide

The concept of raw diet for dogs and general raw dog feeding is based on the carnivorous nature of dogs. Our domesticated canines belong to...
Agility Training For Dogs - The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Agility Training For Dogs: The Ultimate Beginners Guide

Watching the clever Border Collie, Tex, win the 2015 Westminster Dog Agility Contest or the whip-quick retriever, Joy, earn the large dog agility prize...

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Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...
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Dog Names Starting With Y

Do you plan on getting a pup? Do you have a new furry addition to your family? If you do, you're probably pondering what would...
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Can Dogs Be Blood Donors?

There are many ways to help dogs in need—voluntary work, shelter adoption, feeding the strays... But have you ever thought of donating blood? No, not yours,...
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My Dog Ate a Diaper! Should I Be Worried?

"My dog ate a diaper! What should I do?" If you're a new parent and a dog owner, you should know what they say about...
10 Most Famous Dogs in History

10 Most Famous Dogs in History

Canines are known as man's best friend for a number of reasons. Loyal, intelligent and and affectionate are just a few of the great characteristics of our beloved pets, and the most famous dogs in history are all of this and more! While humble and selfless at heart, dogs often find ways into the spotlight. One viral story or amazing video, and dogs can gain the affection and adoration of the public in mere minutes. That's what inspired me to do research for this list of the most famous dogs in history.
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New Canine Respiratory Illness Spreading Across US

Years after the COVID-19 pandemic, there's a new viral disease in town spreading around the US... but this time, it's affecting dogs. More than 200...
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13 Best Gifts for Veterinarians For Holidays In 2024

A veterinarian is absolutely important for our pet’s health and well-being. And not to mention our own peace of mind as well when our...