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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!

A New Method for Detecting Cat-Friendly Dogs

New Method for Detecting Cat-Friendly Dogs

Researchers used cat-related sights, sounds, and smells to determine how cat-friendly dogs are, and discovered that dogs rely heavily on hearing. Future dog adopters looking for...
Kids Don’t Know Not to Approach Frightened Dogs and It's a Problem

Kids Don’t Know Not to Approach Frightened Dogs and It’s a Problem

While children understand not to approach angry dogs, they risk their safety by being unaware that frightened dogs are very likely to bite as...
Caring Canines Comfort Las Vegas After Tragedy

Caring Dogs Comfort Las Vegas After the Shooting Tragedy

A group of trained therapy dogs traveled to Las Vegas last week to comfort Las Vegas residents after the deadly shooting that occurred there....
Loving Dog Predicts Owner’s Pregnancy

Loving Dog Predicts Owner’s Pregnancy

A couple struggling to get pregnant received the news in an unexpected and incredible way – from their dog, Apollo. In a recent video made...
Dogs Are Second Most Dangerous Nonvenomous Animals in the US

Dogs Are Second Most Dangerous Nonvenomous Animals in the US

New research found that dogs are the second most dangerous fatal nonvenomous animal encounter in the United States, with children under 4 years of...
Weed Killer Herbicide Glyphosate Found in Pet Foods

Weed Killer Herbicide Glyphosate Found in Pet Foods

The herbicide Glyphosate, developed and used on farms, gardens, and yards in the U.S. since 1974, is apparently included in some other products as...
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A Dog Sleeping in Bed With Their Owner: Statistics and Should You Do It?

How many dog owners have their dog sleeping in bed with them? A few months ago, a survey of 23,000 pet owners was conducted....
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Dog Chomps Its Owner’s Toe to Save His Life

Toe-tally gone! A diabetic retired builder from Cambridge woke up to the sight that his pet puppy chewed his toe away! David "Dave" Lindsay, 64...
Family's French Bulldog Stolen During Burglary in Essex

Family’s French Bulldog Stolen During Burglary in Essex

Police are asking for the public’s help searching for a stolen pet dog during a break-in at an Essex home on May 24, 2023.  Pearl,...
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78 Dogs Seized From A Muskegon Residence In Michigan

January 2023, Michigan — Local authorities seized 78 rescue dogs living in poor condition in a constricted 600 ft residential house in Muskegon County. Norton...
Aloka the Peace Dog

Meet Aloka the Peace Dog!

On a quiet stretch of U.S. Route 21, amid honking horns from speeding vehicles, a soft rhythm echoes ahead. Scantily padded or bare feet on...
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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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...
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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
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10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
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How to Set Up a Home Office With a Pet Space...

For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

Imagine working anytime, from anywhere in the world, with your dog by your side! For many modern pet parents, that's the dream—combining remote work with...