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Shaving Your Dog For Summer: Should You Do It?

We think our pets' thick coats make them uncomfortable in the hot weather, but will shaving your dog for summer be effective in cooling...

What Are Dog Ear Mites and How to Get Rid of...

For many of us, this week was the time to get back to work after all the holiday fun and mayhem. Office parties are...

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

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...

Let’s Talk: The Business of Dog Training

Hopefully, you had some time to read my column last week about pet health insurance. I'd really like to turn these articles into an open...

The Truth About Tear Stains on Dogs

Tear stains are an eye-sore (no pun intended). There's no doubt that they aren't pleasant to look at, but did you know there are also...

Types of Dog Grooming Brushes and Their Uses

As if grooming your dog at home isn't confusing enough, there are so many dog grooming products available it will make your head spin!...

Let’s Talk: How to Find the Right Dog Groomer

Grooming your dog at home can save you a lot of money. It's also a great bonding experience for the two of you. However,...

Let’s Talk: Dog Muzzles Aren’t Just for Aggression

Dog muzzles are a controversial piece of training equipment, but they can be used for more than just aggression - just make sure you...

Benefits of Feeding Dogs Homemade Dog Food

The recent recalls and safety concerns in the pet food industry have led many dog owners to consider changing their pet's diet. There have been...

Let’s Talk: Volunteering To Help Dogs

If you're a dog lover, chances are you've often felt terribly sad when thinking about dogs in shelters. No doubt, you've felt worse when...

The Importance of Nose Work for Dogs and How to Train...

Everyone knows that dogs have much sharper sense of smell than us humans, but did you know that it's good for them to exercise...

The Truth: Is Anesthesia Safe for Dogs?

Anesthesia - a common fear of pet owners, but do you need to worry? A lot of dog owners are more concerned about the...

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