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Shelly Graves

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Shelly lives in Iowa with her husband and Australian Shepherd named Tex. She's been an animal lover since she was a child. Currently, she enjoys reading and writing about dogs, and spending time with her family and getting involved in all things pets.

How to Save Money with Homemade Dog Food Cooking

The costs of feeding a dog are one of the major concerns dog owners have which impacts their decision of adopting a pet. And...

Cinnamon in Homemade Dog Food Recipes

For those of you following Top Dog Tips homemade dog food recipes here, you may have noticed that we've included cinnamon among some of...

10 Best Multivitamins and Supplements for Dogs

There is a wide variety of vitamins designed to support one specific part of your dog’s body and health, but if you are looking...

13 Best Dog Food in Canada [Updated 2023]

If you're a dog owner living up north, you're probably wondering what could be the best dog food in Canada that you can buy. Canada...

Tito’s Handmade Vodka Shows Their Love for Dogs

When most people think of vodka, dogs are among the last things that come to mind, but Tito’s Handmade Vodka is an exception to...

6 Best Low Protein Dog Treats

While dogs normally require a high-protein diet, some canines must be switched to a low-protein diet due to certain health issues, such as kidney...

9 Reasons CBD Is Good For Dogs And How To Give...

Cannabidiol, or CBD, has been shown to have some remarkable health benefits for pets, just like it can have amazing health benefits for people....

What to Give a Dog for Pain

There are many ways that owners can help alleviate their dog’s pain, but it is important to know which methods are appropriate because some...

The Coolest Dog Mom T-Shirt Every Doggy Mom Must Have

  Whether you are a “dog mom” yourself or you are looking for a perfect gift for a woman who is also a dog lover,...

Does Your Dog Have a Blood Blister? Here’s What to Do

Blood blisters, or hematomas, are blisters that form on your dog and are filled with blood. If you ever see a blood blister on...

Dog Bathing Tips: How to Give a Dog a Bath

Dog grooming is part of the deal after you decide to have a dog as your new family member. Clipping nails, brushing hair, and bathing...

Must Have Dog Supplies Every Dog Owner Should Have

Being a dog owner in this day and age is great! There are so many must-have dog supplies, dog technology, dog foods, and other dog...

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