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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!

Dog Leads Rescuers to 10 Abandoned Puppies

Dog Leads Rescuers to 10 Abandoned Puppies

It sounds like a storyline from an old Lassie episode, but a hero dog in Dallas lead rescuers to 10 abandoned puppies and their...
Dog and Rats Are BFFs - You've Got to See This Video

Dog and Rats Are BFFs – You’ve Got to See This Video!

Friendship is truly a curious thing – it knows no bounds. For this story, in fact, it happened to two creatures of different species....
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Dog Saves Owner’s Life by Keeping Him Warm

A Michigan man is thanking his dog for his life after being saved from what should have been a fatal situation. The man, known...
Decorated Marine Retired Accompanied by Canine Companion

Decorated Marine Retired Accompanied by Canine Companion

A decorated Marine in Olathe, Kansas retired on February 23rd accompanied by a service dog which was donated to him by a non-profit organization. Marine...
A Pet Business That Focuses on Pet's Best Interests

A Pet Business That Focuses on Pet’s Best Interests

It’s common knowledge that most business owners are out to make a dollar, but in Wichita Falls, Texas there is a pet store owner...
Dorset Pet Food Bank Expands as Needs Arise in Boscombe

Dorset Pet Food Bank Expands as Needs Arise in Boscombe, England

Dorset Dogs opens its 7th pet food bank in Boscombe, Bournemouth, England, as the community struggles with the demands and costs of animal ownership. With...
Yes, You're a Good Boy! Yes You Are!

Yes, You’re a Good Boy! Yes You Are!

As it happens, baby-talking your dog is a bonding experience no matter how ridiculous it may make you feel, scientists say. Sometimes the urge to...
Resilient Pit Bull Siblings Muzzled with Hair Bands and Abandoned

Pit Bull Siblings Were Muzzled with Hair Bands and Abandoned

A maintenance man did not expect to find abandoned puppies in the apartment complex he manages. Worse, he could not imagine how someone would...
We Finally Have Treatment for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Dogs

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Dogs Can Finally Be Treated

Scientists recently found progressive treatment to restore muscle strength in dogs affected by this rare genetic disorder. Researchers from Genethon, the AFM-Telethon laboratory, Inserm...
If Your Children Aren't Doing This, They Should Be

If Your Children Aren’t Doing This, They Should Be!

These pictures are good examples of kids playing safely with dogs, but don't just look at the pictures! If your child doesn't know how...
Stress Doesn’t Change Performance of Search and Rescue Dogs

Why Search and Rescue Dogs Are Not Affected By Travel Stress

Search and rescue dogs experience significant travel stress while flying to disaster sites, but quickly get over it in order to perform their jobs. Dog...
3000th Golden Retriever Enrolled in First-of-its-Kind Study

3000th Golden Retriever Enrolled in First-of-its-Kind Study

Chloe doesn’t realize it, but she is a very unique Golden Retriever. In fact, she is the 3,000th dog to be enrolled in the...

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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...