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Dogs and dog businesses is a big market. As an authority on dog supplies, Top Dog Tips focuses on provide pet parents and pet business owners with the most recent, relevant and interesting dog news and news on dog businesses. We update several times a day, so make sure to stick around!

Emotional Support Animals

No More Emotional Support Animals on Planes

New policies by DOT has emotional support animals banned on airlines. They can no longer fly free on major carriers with their guardians. The...
Dog Driving a BMW

Dog “Driving” a BMW? C’mon!

I can accept the fact that there are dogs running around better dressed than I am and even those whose diets consists of only...
New Technology Could See Dogs Communicating With Us Through a Toy

New Technology Could See Dogs Communicating With Us Through a Toy

Wouldn't it be nice to be able to communicate with your dog on a level that is understandable to you both? This may seem...
Are Dog Travel Crates As Safe As You Think They Are

Are Dog Travel Crates As Safe As You Think They Are?

With the holidays fast approaching, it is time to start thinking about your pet’s safety while he’s in the car. Many families hit the...
Dog and Wolf Cross-Breeding Has Forever Changed Gene Pool of Wolves

Cross-Breeding of Dogs and Wolves Has Forever Changed Wolf’s Gene Pool

A new study found that mating dogs and wolves over the last few hundred years has forever changed the wolf's gene pool. Let me tell...
Hunky Firefighter Adopts Homeless Dog After Photoshoot

Hunky Firefighter Adopts a Dog After Photoshoot

A handsome model showed up for a firefighter calendar shoot and got a fur baby out of the deal. When 34-year old Rob Tackett arrived...
Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Dementia

Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Dementia?

Many of the important breakthroughs in modern science have been discovered with the help of dogs.  Diseases like cancer and diabetes can be researched...
3000th Golden Retriever Enrolled in First-of-its-Kind Study

3000th Golden Retriever Enrolled in First-of-its-Kind Study

Chloe doesn’t realize it, but she is a very unique Golden Retriever. In fact, she is the 3,000th dog to be enrolled in the...
Pet Hub Helps Owners Track Down Lost Pets

PetHub Helps Owners Track Down Lost Pets

Every dog owner’s nightmare would be to lose their pet. Some owners implant their pets with microchips or buy them GPS tracking collars, but...
Dog Prefers Strangers Over You - Don't Worry, Experts Say

Dog Prefers Strangers Over You? Don’t Worry, Experts Say

Some dogs with loving owners still crave attention from strangers and experts break it down to explain the most important factor to this "odd"...
Bodies of 4 Young Men Finally Found, Thanks to Cadaver Dogs

Bodies of 4 Young Men Finally Found Thanks to Cadaver Dogs

The bodies of 4 missing men have been located after the biggest manhunt in recent history, thanks to cadaver dogs. Since the disappearance of...
Study - How Dogs Developed Such Good Sense of Smell

Study: How Dogs Developed Such Good Sense of Smell

Scientists have discovered more clues as to why dogs have significantly more sensitive noses than humans and how their sense of smell developed. From the...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
Sasha in the car

Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
how to get rid of a dog

How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...