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7 Things Responsible Dog Owners Don’t Do
Are you harming your pup? BE A RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNER BY AVOIDING THESE 7 THINGS Happy RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP MONTH! The American Kennel Club assigned the month of September this distinction...
How Often Should My Dog be Groomed?
The question most often asked of dog groomers is, “How often should my dog be groomed?” The answer depends entirely on your pet. The breed, length of hair, coat-texture and environment...
A Dog’s Wholehearted Invitation—Will You RSVP?
Dogs are beautifully honest. They don’t hide their opinions, intentions, fears or joy. They simply wish to communicate, to be heard and to listen, to love and be loved, and to enjoy life with...
Our Top Favorite Pet-Related Items
Any day is a PURRfect day to enrich your pet parent life or the life of your fur baby. In addition, the holidays will soon arrive. Let Top Dog Pet Sitters help you with holiday shopping for...
5 PAWsome Backyard Design Ideas Your Dog Will Love
Having a backyard big enough for your dog to play in is truly a blessing for dog owners. None of us want to keep our furry friends locked up in the house all day, so having a space for them...
5 Dog-Safe Plants that Naturally Repel Mosquitoes
During the warmer months, mosquitoes become an extreme annoyance for people everywhere. As a dog owner, it’s important to find safe and natural ways to repel mosquitoes. While chemicals are a quick...
World Pet Memorial Day — Teeters, Jessie, Tanner
Today is World Pet Memorial Day. Such a bittersweet day. My heart was stolen in September 1990. Here’s the back story: Unbeknownst to me, my parents decided to add a canine to our...
Seven Ways to Break Up a Dog Fight
It is a spectacular Spring day in our community of McKinney, TX. High temps in the upper 70’s. After DAYS of rain, the clear blue sky is a welcome sight. TDPS Team Member Janet is looking forward to...
The Benefits of Dog Training
DOG TRAINING: WHY BOTHER? Whether you purchased your dog as a puppy from a breeder, adopted from a shelter or took in a homeless dog off the streets, training is a fundamental part of any...