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ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF
SDOG performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +5.24% | +8.79% | +20.08% | +27.21% | +59.43% | +71.82% |
| Flows | +$17M | -$60M | -$72M | -$73M | -$227M | -$177M |
Characteristics
The ALPS Sector Dividend Dogs ETF is built to track the S-Network Sector Dividend Dogs Total Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | ALPS |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 29, 2012 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.02% | +11.52% | +13.83% | +15.32% |
Max drawdown | -2.64% | -6.26% | -16.07% | -19.84% |
Max drawdown duration | 17d | 94d | 269d | 287d |
Time to recover | 14d | 63d | 136d | 125d |
Replication quality
Data as of June 30, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is SDOG?
SDOG is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ALPS.
What index does SDOG track?
SDOG tracks the S-Network Sector Dividend Dogs Total Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does SDOG invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Equally Weighted Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US High Dividend.
What is the expense ratio of SDOG?
The total expense ratio (TER) of SDOG is 0.36%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was SDOG launched?
SDOG was launched on June 29, 2012, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of SDOG?
SDOG is issued by ALPS.
What is the AUM of SDOG?
As of July 17, 2026, SDOG manages $1.40 B, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has SDOG performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, SDOG delivered a return of 5.24% over the past month (1M performance), 8.79% over the past three months (3M), and 20.08% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for SDOG?
As of July 17, 2026, SDOG has seen net flows of +$17M in the past month (1M flow) and -$72M year-to-date (YTD).
Does SDOG pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, SDOG has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.34%.
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