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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!

Nationwide Insurance Holding Contest For Most Unusual Pet Insurance Claim

Nationwide Insurance Holding Contest For Most Unusual Pet Insurance Claim

Pet insurance is a growing industry, and for good reason. Veterinary expenses are a large part of the overall costs of owning a pet....
Specialty Pet Store Trying to Raise Funds for Adoption Center

Specialty Pet Store Trying to Raise Funds for Adoption Center

I love stories about business owners that give back to the community that their business is a part of. Hair dressers that donate hair...
A Passion For Hair and Dogs Turned Into This Successful Business

A Passion For Hair and Dogs Turned Into This Successful Business

Working at a job that you love every day is a dream that many of us have. So many people go to work every...
Residents and Business Owners Oppose Louisiana Dog Park

Residents and Business Owners Oppose Louisiana Dog Park

Dog parks are a great asset to most communities. Most residents like the idea because they will have somewhere safe to walk and play...
London Hotel Sets the Bar High for Pet Friendly Establishments

London Hotel Sets the Bar High for Pet-Friendly Establishments

If you’re a dog owner that enjoys taking your pet with you on vacations and business trips, you probably shop around for the best...
Pet Toys From Simply Fido Are Certified Organic

Pet Products From Simply Fido Are Certified Organic

Most pet owners are aware of the dangers of poor quality dog food and treats. The health risks of giving these products to your...
Keeping An Eye On Your Pet Just Got Easier

Keeping An Eye On Your Pet Just Got Easier

Do you ever wonder what your dog does all day long when he’s home alone? Have you ever heard the expression “when the cat’s...
Air Canada Pilot Diverts Plane to Save Dog

Air Canada Pilot Diverts Plane to Save a Dog

Every pet owner that flies with their pet spends the entire flight worrying about their beloved companion stowed away in the cargo space underneath...
Play With Your Dog And Perform Scientific Research At the Same Time

Play With Your Dog And Perform Scientific Research At the Same Time

Over the past decade or so, scientists have been exploring canine cognition and behavior in much greater detail than ever before. As humans develop...
New England Pet Expo Kicking Off This Weekend

New England Pet Expo Kicking Off This Weekend

For those of you in my neck of the woods (I’m from Maine, by the way), the 6th Annual New England Pet Expo is...
Montreal SPCA Circulating Petition To End Permanent Dog Chaining in the Province

Montreal SPCA Circulating Petition To End Permanent Dog Chaining in the Province

The Montreal SPCA is urging all residents of Quebec, Canada to sign a petition that will end permanent chaining in the province. The petition...
This Young Inventor's Design Gives Therapy Dogs A Lift

This Young Inventor’s Design Gives Therapy Dogs A Lift

The younger generation is where our future lies, and it is young men like Brendan Cardenas who make me think we’re going to be...

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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...