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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!

Three Year Partnership Helps 1 Million Shelter Animals

Partnership Extension Provides 1 Million Meals Annually to Homeless Pets

Raw pet food is becoming a growing trend. Although there are critics, most dog owners that have tried raw food with their dog have...
Herding Dog Survives Wildfires After Refusing To Leave Goats Behind

Herding Dog Survives Wildfires After Refusing to Leave Goats Behind

A brave goat-herding dog named Odin stuck by the livestock he guarded and managed to survive the California wildfires. On October 9th, Roland Tembo...
Some Cities Want to Pass 'Pre-Bite' Ordinances

Some Cities Want to Pass ‘Pre-Bite’ Ordinances

You’ve probably heard of breed specific legislation (BSL) before. BSL is a term used for laws that ban certain dog breeds or place restrictions...
I and love and you Recalling Dog Treats

I and love and you Recall Dog Treats

It’s hard to know what to feed your pets anymore. It seems like there are new recalls announced on pet food and treats every...
Safe Made Holds Their Pet Products to Children's Toy Standards

Safe Made Holds Their Pet Products to Children’s Toy Standards

It is just as important to pay attention to the products that you give your dog as it is to pay attention to the...
A London Pet Parlor Launches Doggy Gelato

A London Pet Parlor Launches Doggy Gelato

Even dogs need to cool down in the summertime and what better way to cool off than with a delicious frozen treat? One pet...
A One-Eyed Rescue Dog Inspired This Pet Business

A One-Eyed Rescue Dog Inspired This Pet Business

A one-eyed dog from Puerto Rico, who is now deceased, gave an artsy couple the inspiration they needed back in 2000. A good Samaritan...
More Pet Stores Are Going With the One-Stop-Shop Mentality

More Pet Owners Are Going With the One-Stop-Shop Mentality

In today’s world, time is a hot commodity and tight schedules are the normal routine for most people. Juggling daily tasks, with no time...
You Can Now Find Out If Your Dog Has ADHD

You Can Now Find Out If Your Dog Has ADHD

Scientists can now look at the blood count of hyperactive and impulsive dogs to determine whether or not they have canine ADHD. Researchers at...
Help Your Dog Communicate with the Barking Mat

Help Your Dog Communicate with the Barking Mat

Our dogs scratch on the door when they need to go out. Don't get me wrong, I love the fact that they are house...
These Dogs Playing Fetch In Wheelchairs Couldn't Be Cuter

These Dogs Playing Fetch In Wheelchairs Couldn’t Be Cuter!

This video, which you can see at the bottom of this article, has gone absolutely viral because of it’s incredibly powerful images of dogs...
Research Proves Dogs Know When You’re Lying

Research Proves Dogs Know When You’re Lying

We’ve all tried the trick where we pretend to throw a ball and see if our dog will run after it. What happens? Instead...

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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...