dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

dogIDs has taken the initiative to continuously improve the lives of dogs through our Paw it Forward program created in 2015. The program gives our incredible customers the opportunity to donate to dog-related nonprofits.We are committed not only to providing our customers the chance to give back but to living out this value ourselves. dogIDs will match 10% of the donations received up to $1,000 to our partnered nonprofit.We have partnered with RedRover in the past and are excited to collaborate …

We want to wish you all a happy Fourth of July! Many of you will be spending time outdoors this week with friends and family  and of course, your dogs. There will be lots of grilling, outdoor sports,  parades and fireworks. While we hope you all have tons of fun, we also  want to mention some important safety tips for our dogs. Tips for keeping dogs safe in the heat and during fireworks Safe ways to exercise Since I have an older, black dog, I need t …

As a pet owner, we think we know quite a bit about dogs. But do you know random facts about your furry friends?Are you an expert when it comes to dog trivia? Do you know the answer to every puppy question? Want to prove you are a master of K9 facts? dogIDs has a weekly trivia contest and we wanted to see if our blog friends could get these questions right. Check out these trivia questions to see if you have what it takes to be top dog!dogIDs Dog Trivia Dogs sweat through which part of their bod …

Cooper Visits dogIDs Do you remember hearing about Cooper, North Dakota's hero dog, this past May? The dogIDs team was lucky enough to meet this canine celebrity this past week. If you haven’t heard the story, this past May the Urness Family’s 3 year-old son, Carson, went missing while playing outside at their farm near Cooperstown, ND.  The family dog, Cooper, was gone too, so the family hoped the two of them were together. A team of 200 people searched for many hours to find C …

Has your dog ever been “skunked”? If so, you know how difficult it is (nearly impossible) to get rid of the strong skunk odor. In this post, we’re sharing some tips on what to do if your dog gets sprayed by a skunk and how you can attempt to remove the odor from her coat and collar. If your dog has ever been skunked, we’d love to hear what you did. What worked and what didn’t?What to do if your dog is sprayed by a skunk The following solution is what dogIDs recommends for removing …

If you have a senior dog, you might have noticed he’s having a harder time keeping up while walking or running. Or maybe he’s stiff and sore after playing at the park, chasing a ball or doing agility. My own Lab mix is 9 years old. He used to be my running buddy, but today we stick to short walks because longer exercise sessions are hard on his joints. Obviously, dog owners want to keep their senior dogs as fit and active as possible, but sometimes it feels like options are limited. …

Friday June 26 is Take Your Dog to Work Day! Will any of you be taking your dogs to work?The dogIDs team definitely understands the benefits of having dogs in the office. You might remember our post about the company office dogs and why they’re so important to the overall business.This year, we decided to feature several other businesses that benefit from dogs in the office.Here are four lucky dogs that get to go to work every day:Coco the Pomeranian, JLH MediaJLH Media has its own “Chief Cutene …

Puppy owners everywhere want to provide excellent care for their pups. Puppies come with their own challenges—the potty training, the chewing, the energy—they can be exhausting. Want to know how to be the best puppy owner out there? Avoid these 10 puppy owner mistakes, and you’ll be all set. Skipping Vet Visits and VaccinationsDon’t save trips to the veterinarian for only when your puppy is sick. You must ensure your pup regularly sees the vet and stays current on vaccines. Regular vet appointme …

Nylon collars are a great option for your pet. With a variety of colors to pick from, you can match your pup's personality. But what happens when your nylon collar starts to show wear and tear?Here are the dogIDs tips for caring for your nylon dog collar.Nylon Collar CareHow to Set the Color of Your Nylon CollarIt's always exciting to order a new collar for your best friend. dogIDs offers a variety of bright and vibrant collars for your pup, but bright colors tend to fade over time. We want to h …

There are so many good dogs in the world, and luckily social media has made it easier to get to know more of them! It’s not uncommon for dogs to have Instagram or TikTok accounts of their very own, and many even take off and go viral! Here are 5 of our favorite famous dogs and why we love them.One of our Favorite Famous Dogs is Sundae the Dressed Up Black LabYou can find Sunday on TikTok @ sundaetheblacklab (obvioulsy)Credit: sundaetheblacklabWhy We Love Her: She loves to dress up! You may have …