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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 App Helps Your Pet Speak To His Vet

This App Helps Your Pet Speak To His Vet

Nothing is more heartbreaking for a dog owner than when their pet is sick and they don’t know what’s wrong with him. Dogs can’t...
Indiana Shelter Dog Becomes Iowa Police K-9

Where Did This Police K-9 Come From?

You never know what you’re going to get when you adopt a dog from a shelter; but it’s usually worth the risk. Some of...
Zappos Wants to Buy You a Shelter Dog

Zappos Wants to Buy You a Shelter Dog

Zappos.com is known for selling shoes, handbags and clothing. Many fashionistas search their site for great deals on the latest styles, but now pet...
Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting Animal Welfare Groups Just Got Easier

Supporting animal welfare organizations usually takes time and money. Unfortunately, not many of us have the time required to commit to volunteering. The extra...
Dog Dies on Duty

Man’s Best Friend Is a Hero to Us All

The past few weeks were tragic for France and for the world. After we are still left reeling from the terrorist attacks on Paris,...
Farm-to-Table Dog Food is Now Available

Farm-to-Table Dog Food is Now Available

Health food trends are constantly changing in the human world, and they are leaching over into the pet food industry as well. We’re beginning...
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...
The Pet Community Needs More Organizations Like This One

The Pet Community Needs More Organizations Like This One

When you think of pet charities helping animals in need, you probably picture a puppy mill with a sad Sarah McLachlan song playing in...
High-End Dog Food Is Fit for Human Consumption

High-End Dog Food Is Fit for Human Consumption

The nutritional value of dog food has been under a lot of scrutiny lately. Pet parents are pushing for tighter quality control standards on...
This Unique Product Keeps Your Pet's Memory Alive

This Unique Product Keeps Your Pet’s Memory Alive

When a pet passes away it is devastating. A member of your family is gone, and that can be difficult to cope with. Sometimes...
What Does Your Pet Say About Your Personality

What Does Your Pet Say About Your Personality?

Are you a cat person or a dog person? Chances are that even if you enjoy both animals and even if you are the...
Scratch-and-Sniff Isn't Just For Kids Anymore

Scratch-and-Sniff Isn’t Just For Kids Anymore

Did you ever use a scratch-and-sniff book as a child? They are a lot of fun! So fun in fact, that companies that manufacture...

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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...