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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!

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Couple Banned From Keeping Animals After Neglected Dogs Discovered at Home

A couple from Blackpool, United Kingdom, has been banned from keeping animals for ten years after neglected dogs were found at home. Ryan Seel, aged...
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The Internet Goes Wild With This Dog’s Jiu-jitsu Training With Owner

Jiu-jitsu fanatic Paul Hunter finally found his sparring partner after years of training in the sport he loves. Wrigley, an American Staffordshire Terrier, is a...
Dax the senior dog surrendered by its owners

‘Loyal’ 20-year-old Dog Left Heartbroken After Surrendered to Shelter

A Loxahatchee, Florida shelter received on June 28 one of their most challenging surrenders yet — a 20-year-old senior dog Dax. Dax, a loyal Weimaraner...
Viral Video of Dog's Reaction to Owner’s Baby Bump Melts Hearts

Viral Video of Dog’s Reaction to Owner’s Baby Bump Melts Hearts

A video of a dog went viral on TikTok as it was seen holding its owner’s baby bump and feeling the kick for the...
40 dogs rescued from hot uhaul truck Image By: Oklahoma City Police Department

Nearly 40 Dogs Rescued From Extreme Heat Inside U-Haul Truck

Nearly 40 dogs were rescued from extreme heat in an abandoned U-Haul truck in Oklahoma City. Officers from Oklahoma City Police Department were alerted to...
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Remembering Honey: The One-Eyed Rescue Dog That Starred Animal Welfare TV Campaign

A one-eyed rescue dog that starred in an animal welfare TV campaign was remembered at a special commemoration event for Pet Remembrance Day. Honey, a...
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Dogs Are Killing Your Grass! Vet Shares Tips To Prevent Grass from Dying

Dog owners would vouch for how much their dogs love the bristles of the soft grass in your house. Be it your front lawn, backyard,...
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Dog Bites More Common on Hot and Polluted Days, New Study Suggests

New research suggests that dogs have a higher chance of biting people during hotter or sunnier days and when air pollution levels are higher. According...
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Owner Rushes Border Collie to Hospital After Eating Tin Foil

A Border Collie was rushed to Severn Veterinary Centre moments after eating a piece of tin foil. This was after Megan Brooks of Worcester saw...
Ukrainian soldier saves dog from floods using a pink donut inflatable

Ukrainian Soldier Rescues Dog From Floods Using Pink Donut Inflatable  

Footage of a Ukrainian soldier went viral for saving a dog stuck in the floods by using a pink donut inflatable. One of the country’s...
Stranger stabs dog to death while owner plays pickleball at the park

Stranger Stabs Dog to Death in An Unexpected Encounter at the Park

A North Carolina man approached a family dog, reportedly grabbing its throat and stabbing it many times to death while the owner was playing...
Killing and selling of dog meat at the Yulin dog meat festival in China

China’s Yulin Dog Meat Festival Sparks Controversy, Witness Says Pups Are Burned Alive

A woman shared her terrifying experience at the Yulin Dog Meat Festival and witnessed the gruesome killing and selling of canine meat in live...

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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...