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This Thanksgiving, we're especially thankful for our fans, customers, and their dogs. We asked people, "Why are you thankful for your pet?" and their beautiful responses are as follows:Why are you thankful for your pet?Mary P. Contest Winner, Mary P. “She has taught me the power  of forgiveness, unconditional love & living in the moment.”Lauren R. Thanksgiving Contest Second Place Winner, Lauren R. "I am thankful for how well my dog loves me...  we could learn a …

When dogIDs found out that the headquarters of animal aid organization, World Vets, was located right here in Fargo, we knew we had to learn more about them. We sat down with CEO and founder, Cathy King, to learn more about the mission of World Vets and how we can help.What is World Vets?World Vets is a nonprofit organization with the mission of improving the health and well-being of animals by providing veterinary aid and training in developing countries and providing disaster relief world …

Choosing the Right Leash for Your PupChoosing the best leash for your pup can be trickier than you might think. There are a variety of styles, materials, and lengths, all of which can affect the walking experience for you and your pet.Here’s your guide for choosing the best leash for your dog...Retractable LeashRetractable leashes are great for casual walks with your pet. I love using the retractable leashes when taking my pet out for potty breaks, as it's less restricting than standard leashes …

March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and we want to remind pet owners about some of the most common pet poisons found in and around people’s homes. Sometimes pet lovers are not aware that certain household items can actually be very toxic to dogs and cats. We created this infographic to help raise awareness about some of the most common causes of pet poisoning.Pet Poison PreventionFoods Many foods are actually poisonous to pets such as chocolate, sugarless gum, alc …

dogIDs Wins Happiest Company AwarddogIDs has been using TINYpulse for employee feedback and engagement system over the past year. Their focus is "to make employees happier around the globe."We're happy to report that based on our TINYpulse entries and surveys from the past year,dogIDs was awarded the "Happiest Company Award" for eCommerce & Retail. We're honored both by recognition from TINYpulse and by the fact that our own team members got us there with their positive engag …

Happy Valentine's Day What a better way to celebrate love than with a dog! This Valentine's Day, we put together something special for our customers and followers. Maybe it will give you an idea for your loved ones or maybe it will just make you smile!Check out our Puppy Love Video here.Whether you're proposing or surprising your loved one with a new pup, we can help you find the perfect products to complete the special day! Have ideas for our next video? Leave it in the comments be …

Dear Pet Parents, As Spokesdog of dogIDs, I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! This Holiday Season, I am especially grateful for my dogIDs office family and all the dogIDs customers. And treats. In no specific order… Thank you so very much to all the customers who have chosen to shop at dogIDs. Thanks to you, I can come to work and help my work family improve the lives of other dogs daily! Anyway, I hope everyone has a Paw-some Christmas and a Happy New Year. This …

Christmas is less than two weeks away, and if you’re anything like us, you’ve waited until the last minute to get some of the items on your holiday list. Fear not. If there’s a dog lover on your gift, dogIDs has you covered. And it’s your lucky day…today (12/16) is the last day to choose priority shipping and still get your items delivered by Christmas Eve!Here are our favorites for last minute holiday shopping:The best mornings start with coffee and a dog…these cup helps create a perfect day!Ch …

It’s hard enough for some of us to stick to our own healthy eating and exercise plans, so it’s not surprising so many of our dogs are overweight. Besides the obvious - eat less and exercise more - this post includes some tips on how to help an overweight dog return to a fit and healthy state. I hope you’ll also share some of your own tips in the comments section.How to help a dog lose weight1. Feed a high-protein diet vs. a high-carb diet Many of the commercial pet foods marketed as we …

We are excited to welcome our newest partner, Justin Nelson, to the dogIDs pack! Justin’s sewing shop is located right here in our hometown of Fargo, ND. This new partnership means your dog can enjoy the safety and comfort of a custom-embroidered nylon collar in a variety of bright colors, shipped quickly and conveniently to your mailbox! A Little Bit About Justin Justin lives in West Fargo with his wife, Crystal, and one-year-old daughter, Olivia. They have a family dog named Lyla …