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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!

American Bully XL dogs attack Yorkshire Police Officer

American Bully XL Dogs Spark Concern to Yorkshire Police Chief

Yorkshire Police chiefs have expressed concerns over the increasing number of American Bully XL dog-related incidents in the UK. Assistant Chief Constable Dan Thorpe of...
Blue Buffalo Admits to Lying About Ingredients

Blue Buffalo Admits to Lying About Ingredients

A year to the day after being sued by Nestlé Purina, Blue Buffalo officially admitted that they used by-product meal in a “substantial” and...
Small Startup Transforms Into Multi-Million-Dollar Pet Buisness

Small Startup Transforms Into Multi-Million-Dollar Pet Business

Snoozer Pet Products is a company that makes high-end dog travel supplies and dog beds. Now they are known all over the world for...
Dying “Hippo” Dog Gets Last Day Full of Love

Dying “Hippo” Dog Gets Last Day Full of Love

A stray dog covered in tumors got just one day full of love and treats after being put in a shelter. Earlier this month,...
FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

FDA Warns Flea and Tick Meds Can Cause Seizures in Dogs

Weaker dogs with a history of epilepsy are susceptible to the strong side effects of chemicals in flea and tick medication, and may go...
How to Protect Dogs from Risks of Toxic Blue-Green Algae

Protect Your Dogs from Toxic Blue-Green Algae

Some public areas in Florida have already closed and several dogs have landed in the hospital because of blue-green algae poisoning. Florida has been on...
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Doberman Dog Sniffs Out Organ Donor To Save Owner’s Life

If you're tired of seeing too much negativity online, here's a story about hope where a Doberman dog sniffs out an organ donor to...
This is Every Dog Owners Worst Nightmare

This is Every Dog Owners Worst Nightmare!

Alicia Westmoreland lives in Surprise, Arizona, but the last "surprise" she wanted was to find out her beloved Australian Shepherd, Ozzie, had escaped from...
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...
You'll Never Guess What These Pit Bulls Did to Avoid Euthanasia

You’ll Never Guess What These Pit Bulls Did to Avoid Euthanasia

Despite the humor of Pit Bull parents dressing their dogs up like other breeds or even other animals, the ban of these canines is...
Small Business Buys Manufacturer's Factory To Keep Products Made In USA

Small Business Buys A Factory To Keep Dog Products Made In USA

It’s important to some companies to have their products made locally. Most companies would give up if they lived in a rural area and...
Looking For An Eco-Friendly Way to Groom Your Dog

Looking For An Eco-Friendly Way to Groom Your Dog?

With all the talk about global warming, greenhouse gases and melting glaciers, many people are looking for any way to reduce their carbon footprint....

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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...