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Embroidered Martingale Collar Ah, the daily dog walk. It's supposed to be a joyous ritual, a breath of fresh air for you and your beloved canine companion. Images of strolls through sun-dappled parks probably dance in your head when you first envision dog ownership. But reality sometimes barks a little louder, doesn’t it? You're not alone if your walks often feel more like a strenuous tug-of-war, with your furry friend enthusiastically leading the charge (and you struggling to keep up!). …

  Scratching at doors is a reasonably ordinary dog behavior, but it can become destructive or disruptive if left unchecked. Whether you’re dealing with a puppy scratching door surfaces for attention or an older dog whose nails are damaging the paint, knowing how to stop a dog from scratching at the door is essential for your peace of mind and your pet’s well-being. While some dogs scratch playfully or simply because they want to go outside, others may express anxiety, boredom, o …

Our spokesdog, River, is a very active yellow labrador who loves to swim and fetch. River, just like all dogs, always has his favorite toys and treats, so we are making a list of River’s favorite things. He would have liked to type this list himself, but his paws are just too big for the keyboard!River's Favorite ProductsOne of River’s favorite things is our Waterproof ScruffTag Personalized Dog Collar. This collar is very durable! His family doesn’t have to worry about this collar becoming all …

Photo courtesy of A&EMeet Allison Case and Top Dog Niko! A local pup to us (Fargo, North Dakota) recently competed on A&E America's Top Dog. Case and her 8-year-old Belgian Malinois/German Shepherd Dog cross went up against six other dog and handler teams to compete in speed, agility, obstacles, scent work and a take down. Case is a professional dog trainer, and they volunteer their time to Valley Water Rescue where Niko is a certified Human Remains Detection dog. We sat down with Alliso …

This just in - dogs were originally bred for more than giving kisses and snuggling their owners! Who knew? From hunting, guarding, herding, and pest control these furry friends have a lot of skills. Does your pup have a hidden talent? Read on to learn about the jobs of some popular breeds.Border CollieJob: Herding cattle and sheepKey characteristics: Agile, energetic, intelligent, and very trainableWays to engage: Border Collies live their best life herding livestock on a farm. Agility training …

If you have a reactive dog, or even just an overly excited dog, then you know how frustrating it can be when your dog lunges and barks at other dogs on walks. It's embarrassing, to say the least. I reached out to three professional dog trainers to get some realistic tips that dog owners can try if they’re dealing with this type of problem. If you have a dog that tends to bark at other dogs, please feel free to share your own tips in the comments. How to get your dog to stop barking at …

Here at dogIDs we strive to improve the lives of dogs. Each pet deserves a good home, proper care and plenty of walks. dogIDs is happy to introduce you to Renner. With your help we will get Renner and care he needs.On January 24th, dogIDs will celebrate Change a Pet's Life Day by donating a dollar for every order made that day. You may be wondering why we picked Renner. This pup's bad luck made him a perfect candidate for our first Change a Pet's Life Day event. Meet Renner Renner is a 2-year-o …

Raise Your Paw If You Love Peas!If you look at the ingredients on the back of your dog’s dry food bag or are looking for homemade dog food recipes to make your dog, you might notice a popular ingredient is peas. We have to be careful what ingredients we give our dogs, so you are probably wondering, can dogs eat peas? The short answer is yes. They typically are good for humans and pups! We’ll walk you through why peas are generally healthy for dogs but why they might not be perfect for your pet. …

February is Responsible Pet Owner Month and National Spay/Neuter Awareness Month! With two great (and related) topics being highlighted in February, we thought we’d recap some of our favorite ways to be a responsible dog owner for the furry love of your life. Taking the time to understand and implement responsible pet ownership practices not only ensures your dog's happiness and well-being but also strengthens the bond you share with your furry friend.1. Proper grooming It’s important …

Sometimes it’s just too dang hot out to do any serious exercising with your dog. I normally recommend a walk every single day for most dogs, but I live in an area where it rarely gets above 85 degrees (that’s nothing for some of you!). For unbearably hot days, I still try to walk at 5 a.m. or in the evening, but I know that’s not always possible and some pups really need a mid-day activity. Here is my list of exercise ideas for dogs in the heat. These have worked well for the dogs I kno …