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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!

3D Print Knee Implants Being Made for Thousands of Dogs

3D Print Knee Implants Being Made for Thousands of Dogs

3D systems, a 3D printing company that is responsible for printing things like prosthetic legs, has now partnered with Rita Leibinger Medical to create...
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...
Research Proves Dogs Know When You’re Lying

Research Proves Dogs Know When You’re Lying

We’ve all tried the trick where we pretend to throw a ball and see if our dog will run after it. What happens? Instead...
Dog Sled Technology is Getting an Upgrade

Dog Sled Technology is Getting an Upgrade

Dog sledding is a form of transportation that is over 100 years old. In that time not much has changed, but Allen Moore plans...
Dog Fighting Ring Suspected in Denver

Dog Fighting Ring Suspected in Denver

During the first week of March, a two-year-old pitbull mix, now called Bubba, was found abandoned and badly injured. A Good Samaritan called to...
Maine Lawmaker Proposes Bill Targeting Puppy Mills

Maine Lawmaker Proposes Bill Targeting Puppy Mills

A group of Maine activists is trying to ban the sale of cats and dogs in Maine pet stores that come from large out-of-state...
Dog Used to Sniff Out Thyroid Cancer

Dog Used to Sniff Out Thyroid Cancer

Recently, Frankie, a German Shepard, was used to sniff out cancerous tumors in 34 patients. He had an amazing 88% accuracy rating. All 34...
Blind Golden Retriever Lands Unbelievable Job

Blind Golden Retriever Lands Unbelievable Job

Smiley, a blind Golden Retriever, was actually born without eyes. After overcoming the horrible situation he was in as a puppy, Smiley is now...
Pet Health Trackers Becoming More Popular

Pet Health Trackers Becoming More Popular

Every day, more information on pet health becomes available, and pet lovers are starting to take a big interest. Wearable health trackers have been...
Irish Setter Poisoned at Crufts Dog Show

Irish Setter Poisoned at Crufts Dog Show

Crufts Dog Show, one of the largest in the world, is being plagued by claims of sabotage and poisoning. Last week, Jagger, a 3-year-old...
Americans Spending $700+ Million on Pets for Valentine's, New Study Says

Americans Spending $700+ Million on Pets for Valentine’s, New Study Says

Americans love their pets, and nothing shows more how much you appreciate your dog than a luxurious diamond dog "necklace." Now the Valentine's Day is...

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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...