dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

The leaves are changing, temps are cooling and the pumpkin craze has begun. Fall is here! And that means Halloween isn’t far behind. Little children in costumes are adorable, but what’s even better than that? Pets in costumes. I always try and dress my pets up somehow for Halloween, although two of my three won’t tolerate it for more than a second. If you have a pet that will tolerate being gussied up for this spooky cute day, getting a photo captured of that sweet (OK fine, upset) face is …

While retractable leashes may seem like a way to make dog walks easier, you might want to take a second look. Below is a list of the top 4 reasons why we are absolutely, positively not in love with retractable leashes:4 Reasons to Ditch the Retractable Leash1. They’re dangerous for your dog. These leashes can practically extend across state lines. The extra length gives your dog freedom…to walk uncontrolled into traffic. In addition, if an aggressive dog approaches your pet while y …

Pack up your treats, collars and leashes! On August 21st, dogIDs will move into a new office space located in downtown Fargo, North Dakota.We're On The Move The pack is ready for our next adventure and we are very excited for our new space. Here are a few things we are looking forward to: We have an office that is big enough to fit our team. At our old office the team was separated into five rooms. We will now be in one large area allowing for better communication and more creativity …

All buckles are not created equally. Many dog owners prefer buckle collars for their dogs, but you want to make sure the buckle on your dog’s collar is safe. We’ve all seen collars with those cheap, plastic buckles that break way too easily, so obviously you want to avoid those! The personalized buckle collars from dogIDs are made with a quick-release side buckle designed for durability, safety and convenience. The following are some reasons to consider a quick-release buckle coll …

Dog care can get expensive, especially if you have multiple dogs. The following are some tips and tricks from me and fellow dog lovers on how to save money in the long run on food, vet bills, boarding and other expenses. Please share your ideas in the comments.Saving Money on Dog Care1. Buy higher-quality items. If you spend more up front on higher-quality items, you can usually end up saving over the long run because you won’t have to replace the items as often, if at all. A couple example …

What You Should Know About Active Duty Military Dogs Military working dogs are an important part of our military branches. After selecting Military Working Dog Team Support Association Inc. (MWDTSA) as our Paw It Forward partner for 2015, we quickly learned just how amazing these dogs really are. From this partnership with MWDTSA, the dogIDs pack was given the opportunity to visit a military dog training location and see these hard-working pooches in action!Visiting the Base When we pulled u …

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 …