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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!

Canine IQ Tests Suggest the Presence of a g Factor

Canine IQ Tests Suggest the Presence of a “g” Factor

We may already know our dogs are super-smart, but now there's a study that proves canines actually possess a "g" factor or a "general...
Your Dog Makes Your Life Better Science Says

Your Dog Makes Your Life Better, Science Says

Numerous studies conducted in recent years show that dog owners have overall better health and well-being than people without dogs. Owning a dog gives...
Check Out 2017s Most Popular Dog Names

Check Out 2017’s Most Popular Dog Names!

The list of most popular dog names is in, and neither Spot nor Lucky made the cut. The puppy lovers at Rover.com went out...
New Website Lets Travelers Pet-Sit in Exchange for Lodging

New Website Lets Travelers Pet-Sit in Exchange for Lodging

Portland Oregon resident Susan Dussault was traveling through Madrid in 2012 when she thought up the idea of a pet-sitting home exchange program. The...
With This Collar Your Dog Can Tweet Messages About His Day

With This Collar Your Dog Can Tweet Messages About His Day

All dogs owners feel terrible when they close the door behind them when they’re heading out for work in the morning. We know our...
Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Cancer Vaccine for Dogs Set for Clinical Trial with High Hopes

Scientists are attempting to vaccinate 800 dogs, and if this potentially universal cancer cure would work in dogs, it might also work in humans. Researchers...
Doggy Tea Party Draws Hundreds

Doggy Tea Party Draws Hundreds

Little girls and royalty have  engaged in tea parties for centuries, but who knew that dogs and their pet parents would as well? That's just...
Wellness Natural's Brings Dog-Shaped 'Food' Truck to Virginia Beach

Wellness Natural’s Brings Dog-Shaped ‘Food’ Truck to Virginia Beach

As with many other human establishments, it seems that food trucks are beginning to pop up around the globe that are specifically geared toward...
Woman Searches For Her Lost Dog and Finds 8 Others In the Process

Woman Searches for Her Lost Dog and Finds 8 Others in the Process

A Delaware woman has spent thousands of dollars and refinanced her home to look for her lost dog, finding 8 other lost dogs in...
Americans Scammed in Fake Online Puppy Sales

Americans Are Being Scammed in Fake Online Puppy Sales

The Better Business Bureau is warning Americans that online transactions for puppy purchases are likely scams, and is cautioning against buying online. The BBB...
Pup Pops Are a Cool Treat for Your Dog on a Hot Day

Pup Pops Are a Cool Treat for Your Dog on a Hot Day

Proper hydration is as important for dogs as it is for humans. Staying hydrated allows your dog’s body to function properly and it is...
dogs at risk of lead poisoning from pheasant meat

Dogs at Risk of Lead Poisoning from Pheasant Meat in Dog Food

Researchers from the University of Cambridge discovered "very high" levels of shotgun pellets in raw pheasant pet food, putting dogs in danger of lead...

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Build Confidence in Dogs: Weekly Training Plan for Pet Owners

How would you describe your dog? Outgoing? Vivacious? A trouble-maker? While this may be the case for some, other dogs tend to be the opposite....
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Dog Bolting: Why Dogs Suddenly Run Off and How to Stop...

Imagine the scenario: the door opens, a breeze carries in new scents, then your dog suddenly dashes out of the house before you can...
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12 Indoor Dog Activities in Spring

Spring elements like allergies, fevers, and dangers can bar your excited Fidos from going outside. If your dog’s going to be stuck inside, then maybe...
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Do Dogs Act Different in Spring?

Dogs are cheerful pets, but do dogs act differently in spring? This is a question many dog owners ask, especially new ones. The thing is, in-season...
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Detox Diet for Dogs in Spring: What to Feed & How...

Spring is not only the best time to shake off the winter gloom, but it's also the perfect time to exercise and detoxify! Dogs can...
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12 Ways to Introduce a Puppy to Outdoor Adventures Safely

The winter's end is near... are you excited to get back to exploring the great outdoors? If you're wondering how to introduce a puppy to...
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6 Keys to Spring Cleaning Success for Dog Owners

Ah, the first days of spring! Crocuses blooming, fresh breezes, warm sunshine, and enough light that you can see every furball on the carpet and...
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14 Tips for the Perfect Spring Picnic with Dogs

Spring is just around the corner, and what better way for us pet parents to celebrate the sunshine, blooming flowers, and fresh air than...
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Shiba Inu Cost: How Much Does It Cost To Raise...

In 2024, the American Kennel Club listed the Shiba Inu as the 42nd most popular dog breed in the United States. They remain in...
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How to Set Up a Dog Feeding Station + 5 Creative...

If your dog’s bowls always seem to migrate around the kitchen or you’re tired of stepping on stray kibbles, a dedicated dog feeding station...