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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!

This New Technology Gives Your Dog a Voice

This New Technology Gives Your Dog a Voice

At one time or another, we've probably all looked over at our canine companion and wished we knew what he was thinking. Is he...
The SamSam Dog Sidecar Attaches to Most Bicycles

The SamSam Dog Sidecar Attaches to Most Bicycles

Pet owners enjoy taking their dogs everywhere with them, especially on outdoor adventures. Walking, running, hiking, biking, and many other outdoor activities are even...
Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says (and 5 More Facts About Dog Scent Marking)

Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says

New research shows that dogs, our most trusted companions, apparently tend to lie to other dogs and are very capable of deception. A new...
Some Dog Food Companies Hire Human Taste Testers

Some Dog Food Companies Hire Human Taste Testers

If you think of all the jobs in the world that you would never want to have, dog food taste tester probably doesn’t even...
Dog Lovers Are Going to Start Watching A Lot More Television

Dog Lovers Are Going to Start Watching A Lot More Television

Tad Walden didn’t run down the road to his friend’s house to play ball on the weekends. He didn’t ride his bike around with...
This Poor Dog Becomes Homeless After Owners Had a Baby

This Poor Dog Became Homeless After Owners Had a Baby

People have many reasons for abandoning or giving up a dog but this one might just rile up your feelings for some pet owners. Nicki...
Rest Assured There's No More Hard Floors With Wellness Pet Mats

Help Your Senior Dog With Wellness PetMats

Have you ever laid on a hard floor? It is extremely uncomfortable. If it's brutal for us, imagine what it's like for our pets,...
Bow Wow! 15 Hollywood Celebrities and their Dogs

Bow Wow! 15 Hollywood Celebrities and their Dogs

Outside the limelight, celebrities live like ordinary people too. And that includes rescuing their soon-to-be favorite dogs.  Rescuing a loveable pooch and bringing them into...
New Dog-Adoption Service Makes Matches Based on Personality

New Dog-Adoption Service Makes Matches Based on Personality

As a pet owner, nothing is more frustrating than adopting a dog whose personality is the complete opposite of your own. You love to...
Tennis Ball Smartphone Attachment Makes Taking Selfies With Your Dog Simple

Tennis Ball Smartphone Attachment Makes Taking Selfies With Your Dog Simple

Taking selfies with your dog can be challenging. He never looks at the camera when you want him to and just when you think...
Iditarod Under Fire for Dog Doping Scandal

Iditarod Sled Dog Race Under Fire for Dog Doping Scandal

The famous dog sledding competition saw its four-time champion accused of doping dogs, and is being accused of mismanaging the drug testing. We’ve heard...
Study - New Blood Test Makes It Easier to Detect Liver Disease in Dogs

Study: New Blood Test Makes It Easier to Detect Liver Disease in Dogs

The simple blood test that vets developed may soon make detection of liver disease in dogs easier and more specific. Dog liver disease has long...

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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.
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...