dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

Many pet owners face the common concern of dog itchy skin. Constant scratching can leave your furry friend uncomfortable and irritated, whether allergies, environmental factors, or underlying health issues cause it. Watching your dog suffer can be heartbreaking as a pet parent, and finding a solution becomes a top priority.While there are countless over-the-counter medications and treatments available, many of them come with potential side effects or hefty price tags. That’s where natural, at-ho …

Dog Park Dos and Don'ts Visiting the dog park is a positive experience for a lot of dogs and their owners. However, it can also be stressful or even dangerous when dog owners aren’t paying attention to their dogs or aren’t picking up on their dogs’ signals. I asked two professional dog trainers to share some of the most common mistakes dog owners make at dog parks. Hopefully the rest of us can try to avoid these errors and set our dogs up for success.Common mistakes at the dog parkMistake #1 …

What should you do if you find a lost dog? Hopefully the dog will be friendly and wearing dog ID tags. That way, you could just contact the owner yourself. But we all know it’s not always that easy. What if the dog is not wearing tags? Some lost dogs may not even be wearing collars. And some dogs may not be very friendly. The following are some ideas on what you can do to help a dog if you come across one that appears to be lost. What to do if you find a lost dogCheck the dog for ID t …

Pets In Pictures Every crazy dog lover knows that your dog needs to be in any many photos as possible. But dogs can be some of the trickiest of models. Want to take your dog's photos to the next level? Check out these tips we got from our in-house dog photography expert, Lacie.Have a Helper Keeping your pup posed and ready is difficult when you are behind the camera. Ask for a helping hand when it comes to keeping your dog's attention at the camera.Use a Clean Background Make sure your pet …

It’s that time of year where we see advertisements for ways to pamper Mom – a bouquet of flowers, an Edible Arrangement, a spa day, some jewelry. But what about the other mothers? The fur moms? There may not be an official Pet Mother’s Day, but that won’t stop us from recognizing some of the lovely fur moms out there. To honor the relationship between human and pet, we asked some of our friends, staff, readers and customers to tell us what they think is best about being a pet mom. Here’s …

We know you'll do anything for your Fur Baby. Want to show them how much they are loved? Celebrate your pet's birthday!Don't know their birthday? Use their "Gotcha" day or Adopt-iversary as your dog's birthday event!Here are some ideas for your pet's next party.                               How To Throw Your Pet an Amazing Birthday"Pawty Games"Once your invites are sent, it's time to start planning! No birthday part …

Cutting your dog’s nails is no big deal as long as your dog is not afraid of having her nails trimmed! If you have such a dog, then you know how challenging and stressful nail trims can be. This post will go over some tips on how to help your dog or puppy get used to dog nail trims. If your dog is especially fearful or aggressive while having her nails trimmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional groomer, vet or trainer for help. Why do some dogs dislike nail trims? If a do …

Having a pet go missing is every pet owner's nightmare. We keep our pets safe and hope that day never comes, but what if it does? Check out these tips to help get your pet home safely!StepsSearch the immediate areaGo to pounds and sheltersPost flyers around townCheck internet lost and found sitesLeave food, water and clothing out for your dog to come back toPet identification could mean the difference between finding your fluffy friend or losing them forever. Find the perfect dog tag for them he …

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 …