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Tug of War is a fun game between dogs or between a person and a dog. I play tug with my Lab mix Ace almost every day. He loves it! But, my dog also growls and shakes the toy and gets overly excited at times, so I can see why some people might think tug encourages a little too much aggression. You may have even heard some people say you should always make sure to “win.” I asked a few others for their thoughts on tug, and here’s what they had to say. Tips for Playing Tug of WarPlay tug o …

As a 25-year-old, all I want for Christmas is my first dog. Please, Santa, please send me a fluffy puppy to call my own!!!Oh, wait. I can't...I live in an apartment that isn't dog-friendly.So Santa, change of plans. Can you send me these gifts instead?Gifts For The Dog Lover Without A Dog If I can't have a dog, I'll settle for an adorable t-shirt that reminds me just how much I love dogs. These shirts are great for a quick easy gift for your friends that are "floofless" (tha …

If your dog is anything like my dog, they’re obsessed with tennis balls. My dog will carry it with him everywhere he goes, he will make me throw it for him 1000 times in a row and then he will destroy it into as many pieces.I will then find myself at the store once again to replace his collection, even though I know these too will fall victim to Teddy’s love for ripping his toys to shreds. Have you ever made it to the dog toy section and wonder why does a pack of 3-4 tennis balls in the pet aisl …

Today is a very special day.It’s River’s 5th birthday! For the past five years, River has been the dogIDs spokesdog, fit model, product tester and morale booster. He spends every day helping us further our mission of producing and selling the highest quality dog products. River is a yellow Labrador retriever and his pet parents are dogIDs owners, Clint and Lori Howitz. He also has a human sister, Brynn, and a Great Dane brother, Syrus. River’s favorite activity is playing fetch, which …

When you adopt a new dog, everyone you talk to will give you unsolicited training advice. Visit the dog park/don't  visit the dog park. Use a slip collar/don't use a slip collar. It's a lot of conflicting information to work through! When it comes to kennel training a dog, you will also hear a variety of opinions, and it's hard to know what to do. Personally, I'm a big fan of using a kennel (also called a crate) as a temporary tool to teach the dog how to be calm and well …

Spring is here, it is time to get your dog ready for the new season!Spring is in the air and our dogs know it. They are excited to get outside and breathe in the warmer air while splashing their way through the puddles that are formed from the quickly melting snow. Longer days means more hours of potential fun with our four-legged friends and there is no doubt an exciting summer up ahead.Here are a 4 things we can do for our dogs to get them ready for a warm season full of fun, sun and laughter: …

With winter storms sweeping across the United States, it’s more important than ever to keep an eye on your pets outside and look out for other animals as well. The Bomb Cyclone has passed, but cold weather is here to stay a while longer.It seems that every summer local news stations air story after story about what to do if you find a dog locked in a hot car. Yet, we don’t seem to hear a thing about what to do if you find a dog out in the cold.How Dogs Handle the ColdEvery dog responds a bit dif …

If you’re considering sending your dog to daycare, there are some things you should consider.Dog daycare is a place for your pup to socialize with other dogs and it gives them ample opportunity to exercise throughout the day, which is especially great if they’re left alone at home for most of the day. However, there can be problems with dog daycares: if your dog is anxious or aggressive around other dogs, if the daycare isn’t a healthy place for dogs, or if the staff isn’t knowledgeable about do …

Plenty of pets parents wonder, can dogs eat butternut squash? It's easy to incorporate a variety of proteins and vegetables into your dog's food, which you can make from scratch alongside your own meals. Healthy food can increase the length and quality of your pup's life. Take a look at the benefits of butternut squash for dogs, then prepare a few delicious doggy recipes from dogIDs.Starchy Foods and Your Pooch So, can dogs eat butternut squash? The short answer is: absolutely. Starchy vege …

Your dog’s collar is an essential accessory many owners always leave on. Is this an okay thing to do? Should your dog wear their collar all day? Continue reading to discover the answer to this question. Plus, you’ll learn how to size your dog’s collar correctly. Let’s Explore the QuestionUse a collar that’s comfortable enough for your pup to wear all the time. Collars are essential identification pieces in case your dog were to get loose. It should have your phone number and name so a friendly i …