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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!

Petco Partners With Instacart to Offer Store-to-Door Delivery

PetcoNow Partners With Instacart to Offer Store-to-Door Delivery

Last month Petco announced the launch of PetcoNow, the world’s first on-demand delivery service in the pet specialty retail category. There are similar services...
Could This Secret Weapon Help Every Veteran Recover From Trauma

Could This Secret Weapon Help Every Veteran Recover From Trauma?

Therapy dogs have been shown to help humans with all different types of struggles - physical, mental and emotional. Many organizations are helping pair...
Transform Your Dog's Leash with Lead Mate

Transform Your Dog’s Leash with Lead Mate

Did you know that thousands of people seek medical attention for retractable leash-related injuries every year? The most common of these injuries are burns...
Walking App “Wag” Gets $300 Million Investment from Unlikely Source

Walking App “Wag” Gets $300 Million Investment from Unlikely Source

The LA-based dog walking app Wag has received an enormous investment from an unlikely source - a Japanese banking conglomerate. As if Wag wasn’t...
First Ever Canine Emojis Are Now Available

New Dog Emoji Keyboard Created By Dogs Trust

These days almost everyone has a smartphone, and unless you’ve been living off the grid you probably know what an emoji is. If you...
Spring Naturals Donates 200,000 Pounds of Dog Food

Spring Naturals Donates 200,000 Pounds of Dog Food

Based in Mitchell, South Dakota, Spring Naturals is a brand of pet food that is manufactured by Performance Pet Products, a subsidiary of American...
Illinois Dog Grooming Business Eyes the Future

Illinois Dog Grooming Business Eyes the Future

Most dog groomers are in the business because it is their passion. They love working with pets and their owners. They love making a...
You Won’t Believe The Epic Discovery These Scientists Made

You Won’t Believe The Epic Discovery These Scientists Made

A dog has been found intact with teeth and fur in the permafrost from 12,460 years ago! This is truly an incredible story. This dog...
Scratch-and-Sniff Isn't Just For Kids Anymore

Scratch-and-Sniff Isn’t Just For Kids Anymore

Did you ever use a scratch-and-sniff book as a child? They are a lot of fun! So fun in fact, that companies that manufacture...
A Canine Death From Recalled Dog Treats Leads to a Business Venture

A Canine Death From Recalled Dog Treats Leads to a Business Venture

Unless you’ve been living under a rock or completely avoiding the news, you’ve heard about the long string of dog treat recalls happening over...
Use This App to Let Your Dog Sniff Out Friends On Social Media

Use This App to Let Your Dog Sniff Out Friends On Social Media

I’m sure you’ve heard of Tinder, possibly the most popular dating app for humans on the planet. Now there is an app for dogs...
KONG Toy Blamed for This Dog's Illness

KONG Toy Blamed for This Dog’s Illness

One very unhappy pet owner in Medina, Ohio is warning other consumers about the possible dangers of the very popular KONG chew toys for...

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Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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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...