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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!

On-Demand App Lets You Book a Doggy Chauffeur

On-Demand App Lets You Book a Doggy Chauffeur

A Singapore startup has launched an app similar to Uber, only for pets instead of human passengers. PetMate, which launched last month in Singapore...
This App Will Let You Connect With Pet Resources Around the World

This App Will Let You Connect With Pet Resources Around the World

The world is becoming more pet friendly one restaurant at a time. Dog parks are popping up in cities all over the globe and...
New Book Explains How Dogs Help Cure Cancer

New Book Explains How Dogs Help Cure Cancer

Cancer is quite possibly the most challenging disease on the planet, and who better to help us find a way to cure it than...
Can the Government Force You To Spay or Neuter Your Dog

Can the Government Force You To Spay or Neuter Your Dog?

It probably won’t happen here in the United States, but it is a reality for citizens of South Australia. Proposed compulsory desexing laws could...
There's a $15,000 Hidden Cost to Dog Ownership in London

There’s a $15,000 Hidden Cost to Dog Ownership in London

There’s no doubt about it – dogs are expensive. First there is the initial cost of purchasing a puppy or adopting your new pet....
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...
What's Up With All The Orange Dog Poop

What’s Up With All The Orange Dog Poop?

For the last few weeks it has been difficult for hikers not to notice the numerous piles of dog waste on the trails in...
Pooch on Hooch Gets Busted For DUI

Pooch on Hooch Gets Busted For DUI

Just when you think you’ve heard every excuse in the book…on Wednesday, October 7th at about 7:45 p.m. a DUI suspect gave Manatee County,...
Do Your Kids Know How to be Around Dogs

Do Your Kids Know How to be Around Dogs?

Dogs are a big part of our lives, and if you're a parent with one or more children, you know that dogs are a...
K-9 Kraving Dog Food is Being Recalled

K-9 Kraving Dog Food is Being Recalled

On October 5th, K-9 Kraving Dog Food announced a voluntary recall of their Chicken Patties Dog Food. The pet food was recalled due to...
BorrowMyDoggy Can Find You a Part-Time Pet

BorrowMyDoggy Can Find You a Part-Time Pet

Dog walkers and pet sitters can be expensive, especially if you require their services daily or multiple times each week. What if you could...
Pet Owners Get More Apps to Help Understand Their Dogs

Pet Owners Get More Apps to Help Understand Their Dogs

A company called DogStar Life has created a new pet app for our phones that tells us how our dogs are feeling. How does...

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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...