dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

As a part of National Microchipping Month, the big question we want to answer is "Should I microchip my dog?"The short answer is YES.Why not take every step possible to improve the odds of your lost dog being returned home? However, microchipping is not enough. Only rescues, shelters and veterinary offices have the ability to scan a microchip. There are 2 main types of microchips on the market, so odds are even less that they will have both types of scanners.There is no way to ensure that your …

Pet ID tags aren't just for dogs. You never know when your cat could get lost, so be on the safe side and make it easier for your cat to get home. Plenty of cat ID tags are available here at dogIDs for small dogs, puppies and cats. The following are some reasons why your cat should never go without ID. ID Tags for CatsIndoor cats won't know how to get home. If your indoor cat gets loose, she won't be familiar with your neighborhood. Not only that, but she will probably feel …

  When the doorbell rings and your cheerful pooch hears the voices of new arrivals, it can be a recipe for absolute chaos. Between excited barking, zoomies across the living room, and the occasional attempt to greet guests with a full-body leap, the scene can quickly spiral out of hand. If you’ve ever said, “My dog gets overly excited when guests come over,” rest assured that you’re not alone. Many of us have experienced this, whether we’re juggling a 2 year ol …

Leaving your dog loose in the house can be a significant milestone for pet owners. It signifies trust in your dog’s behavior and ability to adapt to independence. However, this decision shouldn’t be taken lightly, as it depends heavily on your dog’s personality, age, and level of training. Understanding your dog’s behavior is crucial to determining when—or if—they can be safely left unsupervised at home without needing a crate or other forms of confinement.Crate training often serves as a posi …

dogIDs offers center ring collars that keep your dog even safer than our standard custom engraved collars. Our center ring dog collars are still made with a personalized name plate riveted on and just as durable as ever, with the added benefit of a center ring as a pivot point for additional safety!Benefits of a Safety RingIf your dog spends time in the woods, in the field, or really anywhere with things that can get caught on collars, there is a concern for safety. But fear not-- y …

Whether it's a long summer evening or a brisk winter walk after work, you and your dog like to spend time outside when it's dark out. You want to make sure you and your dog are visible to drivers when you’re out and about, so the following are a couple of safety tips to keep in mind, no matter the season.Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe at NightKeep your dog close Last October I was driving home in the dark, and a neighbor’s Australian shepherd darted in front of my car as I turned a corner in …

Our company name may be dogIDs, but you might be surprised by how many tags and collars we make every month that end up on a different kind of pet - from livestock to household animals!Here are a few of our favorite engraving projects for other four-legged friends:Goat Collars for Petting Zoos One of our customers is a zoo with a group of friendly goats. They wanted a better way for their visitors to interact with the goats in the petting zoo, so they ordered personalized collars from …

With the holiday season in full swing, tasty treats and sweet snacks can be found around every corner. Although there are plenty of human foods that your pets can safely enjoy with you, there are many that can cause harm to your pup. Here are a few common foods that you’ll want to keep your dog’s paws off of.Foods to Avoid Giving to Your PetsNuts Nuts are a common snack to put out for your guests, but make sure to keep them out of reach of your pup. Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, v …

I wanted to come up with a couple of easy tricks dog owners could teach their dogs of any age. The tricks are “speak,” “play dead” and “roll over.” These aren’t necessarily the only ways to teach these commands, but hopefully they can help you brainstorm. And let us know if your dog can do any fun tricks! 3 Easy Tricks to Teach Your DogSpeak I taught my dog Ace to speak, and it was really easy! Here are the steps I followed:Step 1: Think of a scenario where you know your dog is lik …

Hopefully, you’ll never have to break up a fight between dogs, but it could happen sooner or later, especially if you visit dog parks or work at a dog daycare.Thankfully, most dog fights sound worse than they actually are. There's a lot of growling, snarling and posturing, but you can often defuse the situation with a quick “hey!” or clapping your hands. Often enough, the dogs will just “shake off” and call it good.Of course, that’s not always the case so I reached out to three professionals to …