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All pet parents want the best for their dogs. Top Dog Tips’ dog experts provide the best, most accurate and easily understandable, actionable tips on dog ownership, using all types of dog products, dog health advice, dog nutrition information and other pet information that’s essential for dog owners to know.

How to Clean a Dog Wound

How to Clean a Dog Wound

Learning how to clean a dog wound is essential information that every pet parent should know. You never when it may come in handy to help your pup.
Dog Grooming Schedule

Dog Grooming Schedule: How Often Should You Groom Your Dog

A dog’s grooming needs vary based upon their breed, coat type, age and other variables. For example, a long-haired dog will require more regular...
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How to Kill Fleas on Dogs

Dogs are an ideal host for a family of fleas. This is why it's important that every owner know how to kill fleas on dogs. Here's my detailed guide on this.
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20 Signs of Stress in Dogs [Infographic]

For us, stress signs are essential because that's what helps us navigate and function in our daily lives. For dogs, on the other hand, there's...
How To Clean Dog Ears Guide

How to Clean Dog Ears

Ear problems is the #1 reason dog owners must visit a veterinarian. Use this step-by-step guide to quickly, easily and effectively clean your Fido's ears and avoid a trip to a vet.
10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

10 Ways to Relieve Boredom in Dogs

Studies found that boredom in dogs is real, and it's more dangerous than we used to believe. Research demonstrated the negative effects of boredom...
How to put on over-the-head dog harness on your pet

How to Put on a Dog Harness

Here's a detailed guide and demonstration with pictures and video on how to put on a dog harness, measure it and fit it properly for safety and comfort.
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4 Best Ways to Dispose of Dog Poop

It's your responsibility to clean up after your pet. The best ways to dispose of dog poop are quick and easy, and they can be done anywhere.
The 7 Pool Safety Tips for Cats and Dogs

7 Pool Safety Tips for Pet Owners

Summer allows for many adventures you can have with your dog. But it also means high temperatures, which can be dangerous to dogs and cats....
How to Do CPR on a Dog

How to Do CPR On a Dog

Doing CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is something we’ve all seen performed many times in movies and TV, but it's actually harder than it looks. When...
How To Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

How to Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

Learning how to choose the perfect dog bed is a great preventative measure to reduce the risk of future joint problems such as arthritis.
How to check a dogs vital signs

How to Check a Dog’s Vital Signs

Knowing how to check a dog's vital signs is something EVERY pet owner should know. Not only should you learn it, you should practice it often,

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Poodles are the quintessential teddy bear dog, especially when well-groomed and sporting a cute hairstyle. No wonder they have a diverse range of accepted haircuts...
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