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Shortest Lifespan Dog Breeds (Based on Science)

20 Dog Breeds with Shortest Lifespans (Based on Studies)

Nathan Michaels, PhD - Dec 14, 2019

One of the things that affect future pet owners' decision about adoption is dog lifespan. Some people looking to make a long-term commitment may...

15 Breeds with Least Health Problems

15 Breeds with Least Health Problems

Dom Naish - Jan 11, 2019

While there are no guarantees when it comes to the health of any breed, some dogs are simply healthier than others and not as...

30 Healthiest Dog Breeds with Long Lifespans

30 Healthiest Dog Breeds with Long Lifespans

Kristina Jovellar, MSc - Oct 28, 2018

Ask any dog lover and they'll tell you that the only bad part of owning a pet is that they don't live as long...

How To Keep Senior Dogs Healthy

4 Science-Based Tips for Keeping Senior Dogs Healthy

Diane Fisher, PhD - Oct 15, 2017

Ask any dog owner and they will tell you that the worst part of owning a canine companion is the fact that they don't...

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Dry Eyes in Dogs - Science-based Guide

Dry Eyes in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment

Dana Brown, DVM - Jan 22, 2020

Dry eyes in dogs, known as Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), is a highly common canine eye disease. In North America, reported annual rates of this...

Best Dog Products 2019

Best Dog Products of 2019: My Top 10 Favorite Items

Samantha Randall - Jan 20, 2020

I reviewed hundreds of dog products this year. Today I'm rounding up my picks for the Top 10 Best Dog Products of the Year for 2019.

Tomatoes in Home Cooked Dog Food Recipes

Tomatoes in Home Cooked Dog Food Recipes

Sarah Ann Taylor - Jan 20, 2020

If you switched to homemade meals and follow our home cooked dog food recipes here on Top Dog Tips, you've probably seen some that...

What Can I Give My Dog For Pain and What To Avoid

What Can I Give My Dog for Pain?

Dana Brown, DVM - Jan 20, 2020

You've noticed that your dog is limping, and suspect that it could be arthritis setting in. You are worried that the dog is in...

Homemade Dog Ear Cleaner

6 Recipes of Homemade Dog Ear Cleaners

Diana Beth Miller - Jan 19, 2020

For some dogs, one of the most important parts of grooming is cleaning their ears. It reduces the chance of ear infections and removes...

How to Slim Down an Overweight Dog (My 30-Day Diet Plan)

How to Slim Down an Overweight Dog (30-Day Diet Plan)

Deborah Shores, DVM - Jan 19, 2020

Dog obesity is a rapidly growing health problem. Obese dogs will suffer from breathing issues, diabetes, arthritis, and joint pain (1). This article discusses the...

Dog Has Swollen Face - 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

Dog Has Swollen Face: 5 Reasons Why and What to Do

Shelly Graves - Jan 18, 2020

Determining the cause of a dog that has a swollen face is a simple process of elimination. Once you work out why the face...

Top 10 Best Dogs for Seniors and How They Benefit the Elderly

10 Best Dogs for Seniors and How They Benefit the Elderly

Diana Beth Miller - Jan 17, 2020

Depending on the stage of life you're in, there are certain breeds that will fit you, or someone you know, better. The best dogs...

Signs of Rabies in Dogs and Their Three Prominent Stages

10 Signs of Rabies in Dogs and Three Prominent Stages

Jennica Johnson, MSc - Jan 16, 2020

Rabies is a preventable deadly virus with almost 100% fatal outcome in most cases (1). If your dog becomes infected with rabies, there is...

Reasons Your Dog Drinking a Lot of Water

10 Reasons Your Dog Is Drinking a Lot of Water

Kelly Pebworth, VT - Jan 14, 2020

If you notice your dog drinking a lot of water, there's a number of reasons what may cause this. Approximate estimates of how much...

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