dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

Many of us don’t give much thought to the purchases we make for our dogs. After all, if an item seems to do the job, what’s the point in wasting precious time analyzing it? The thing is, there are probably quite a few items our dogs use regularly that would benefit from an upgrade. These items impact our dogs’ health and comfort, so getting the right ones will ensure our dogs are well taken care of. Read on to discover the most important dog items that may be in need of an upgrade.A Collar …

With the holiday season coming up, you can’t forget about your four-legged friend! For some easy gift ideas, we are sharing a few of our favorite dogIDs products.Here are some great holiday-themed dog gifts!Christmas Dog ID Tag.This tag is perfect for the holidays. Whether you’re going to holiday parties or hanging out at home, this tag will show your dog’s festive side. You can add their name and other pertinent information to it too!Christmas Dog Collar.What better way to treat your pup than …

Happy Adopt-A-Dog Month!This August, dogIDs was lucky enough to welcome a new pack member to our office.Our production specialist, Keely, adopted a spunky little boxer named Emma. We decided to celebrate Adopt-A-Dog month by telling you their story!Emma's StoryKeely knew she had a love for boxers. This winter the pack was devastated when Keely had to say goodbye to her first boxer, Lux. As the months went by, she knew she wanted another companion for Ody, her loveable mutt, and that she wan …

Helping Senior Dogs Since its inception in 2015, the dogIDs Paw It Forward program has raised over $16,000 for dog-related non-profit organizations. We’ve partnered with a variety of organizations but the one common thread is their commitment to improving the lives of dogs. We’re so happy to add another partner to our program. Going in to this year, dogIDs will be featuring The Grey Muzzle Organization. The Grey Muzzle Organization is a non-profit whose mission is to improve the lives …

Paw It Forward With dogIDs Started in 2015, our Paw It Forward program gives our customers the opportunity to support wonderful organizations that improve the lives of dogs. Every dog lover that shops on our site can donate $1, $5 or more to the nonprofit we’re featuring for the quarter. At dogIDs, our mission is to improve the lives of dogs. We seek only the best partners to feature for this program. Past partners have included Best Friends Animal Society, Military Working Dog Team Support …

From April through September, there’s a common parasite to look out for on your pet: ticks. These bugs are small but mighty and can cause serious problems for your pet if they’re not removed. Pet owners of all types should be well-versed in where their pets can pick up ticks, how to remove them, and how to prevent ticks in the first place. Here are all your tick questions, answered:Where can my pet get ticks? Contrary to popular conception, ticks don’t fall from trees. They tend to live …

Summer’s the perfect time to soak up some sunshine and get away from work, school, or whatever other responsibilities you may have. While you’re heading to the lake, trekking the trails, or exploring within your own city, don’t forget to take Fido with you!Dog’s make great vacation buddies and there are plenty of areas, local and not, that are dog-friendly.North DakotaMandan/BismarckIn North Dakota’s state capital and its sister city, there are great areas to hike, walk, bike and jog with your b …

National Dog Week, the Best Week of the Year! Attention all you party animals, it’s time to celebrate canines! This week is National Dog Week, which runs through the last week in September. This barktastic holiday is said to be started by Captain William Judy in 1928 to educate dog owners about their responsibilities to their pets and communities. Speaking of community, we wanted to honor this holiday while also highlighting one of our amazing staff members, Ashley Farkas, who is our resi …

We’re excited for the fun pet holiday coming up next week! This month, "Pet Appreciation Week" is celebrated and is a great excuse to spend some time with your pup. Here’s a list of some of our 10 favorite ways you can show your own dog some extra appreciation! Show Your Dog Some Appreciation 1. Treat her to a professional groom. (Unless that experience gives her anxiety! In which case, consider giving her a gentle bath or brushing at home instead.) 2. …

Thanks to our guest blogger, Emma Olson, for sharing her experience with shedding in her dog Brownie. Dog Hair About a month ago, I started noticing how often I was sweeping my floors. It wasn’t dirt I was piling into my dustpan, but dog hair. So. Much. Dog. Hair. This can’t be normal, I thought as I watched Brownie, my 7-year-old pointer/lab mix, walk across my clean floors. I could literally see the stray hair follicles fly off her shoulders as she moved. It was time to Google this …