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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!

$20,000 Will Help This All-Natural Maine Dog Treat Company

$20,000 Will Help This All-Natural Maine Dog Treat Company

One Maine entrepreneur is moving her all-natural dog treat business out of her kitchen and into a downtown storefront thanks to her recent $20,000...
Tortured Puppy Makes Miraculous Recovery

Tortured Puppy Makes Miraculous Recovery

Dog are very emotional animals. They will also do anything to please their masters and get a pat on the back for a job...
Dachshund Thrown Away In Trashbag with Broken Spine Gets Mini-Wheelchair

Dachshund Abandoned In Trashbag with Broken Spine Gets Mini-Wheelchair

A tiny little dachshund who was thrown in the trash in Philadelphia with a broken spine is now getting a whole new lease on...
Woman Who Abandoned Dog with Enormous Tumor Receives Sentencing

Woman Who Abandoned Dog with Enormous Tumor Receives Sentencing

A woman who abandoned a dog with a 42-pound tumor last year will never be allowed to own pets again. 53-year old Sherry Haughton...
Worldwise Announced Merger With Quaker Pet Group

Worldwise Announces Merger With Quaker Pet Group

Worldwise, a leading pet products manufacturer, announced today that they will be merging with Quaker Pet Group, a leader in the industry and an...
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“Part Giraffe” Puppy Rehoming Lasted Only Two Days Before Returning to RSPCA

A puppy, described as "part giraffe," was returned to RSPCA just only two days after moving into its supposed new home. Fidget is an eleven-month-old...
This is Every Dog Owners Worst Nightmare

This is Every Dog Owners Worst Nightmare!

Alicia Westmoreland lives in Surprise, Arizona, but the last "surprise" she wanted was to find out her beloved Australian Shepherd, Ozzie, had escaped from...
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Dog Owner Demographics: Facts about Pet Owners

Dog owner demographics are data that will answer questions like who adopts the most dogs. Are male dogs or female dogs more popular this year?...
Abused and Abandoned Pit Bull Becomes New York’s First Police Dog

Abused and Abandoned, Kiah Becomes New York’s First Pit Bull Police Dog

One police dog is challenging Pit Bull stereotypes by living life as a hero. Her tragic past fated her for important work as a...
Marine Dog, Lucca, Receives Top Honors

Marine Dog Lucca Receives Top Honors

Military dogs provide such a vital role to our troops. They save lives, bring companionship and teach respect and loyalty. Meet Lucca, a dog...
After Failing Careers 3 Times, Dog Finally Finds Purpose Helping People

After Failing Careers 3 Times, Dog Finally Finds Purpose Helping People

A dog trained 3 times over for service duties failed at every attempt, until he paved his own way to the role of a...
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Pet Psychic Reveals Heartfelt Final Thoughts of Pets Before They Pass Away

Pet loss is a very trying and difficult time for pet owners. If you've ever lost a pet, you'll know that things will never be...

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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...
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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.
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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...