dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

As we head into summer, lots of dogs will be traveling to various lakes and beaches with their families. While the dogs swim, run, play fetch and chase squirrels, it's important for dog owners to keep some safety tips in mind. The following are someIdeas to help keep your dog safe at the lake this summer.1. Don't forget your ID! Make it as easy as possible for your dog to get back to you if he ever gets lost. Dogs should always wear their collars with ID tags, but this is even more importan …

It seems like every day a new dog treat is in the news for being unhealthy, harmful or dangerous for your pet. With so many options, it's difficult to keep track and know what your pet would like best. At dogIDs, we believe in giving your dog the best treats made from top notch ingredients. Here are a few of our favorites:Made in Fargo One of our favorite treats for your pup is made just a few blocks from our office. Brew Chewz are made using the mash left behind in the brewing process of …

                      Learning how to teach a dog to stay in real-world situations like out on a walk can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a first-time dog owner. The following are some tips for how to teach your dog to stay reliably, even with distractions. For those of you with experience, please share your own tips and ideas on how you teach a dog to stay!Teaching a Dog to Stay               …

You’ve heard it before, dogs are expensive. There is the initial adoption fee which helps keep your local rescue running, all the food, toys, tags, treats and of course regular vet check-ups. Sure, it all seems pretty manageable. As with any other lifestyle change, you check your budget, put some money in a separate savings account and stay on top of being the best Dog Mom or Dad you can be.However, unexpected or emergency vet bills can throw off your whole plan.What is Pet Insurance?Pet insuran …

The Fourth of July is a stressful time for a lot of dogs, and their owners. While there is no quick fix for helping a dog overcome his fear of fireworks, these tips are designed as starting blocks for helping a dog deal with fireworks and other stressful noises. Please share any additional tips in the comments section for How to help a dog that is afraid of fireworks.1. Give your dog plenty of exercise. If you are anticipating fireworks and you know your dog is fearful, i …

There are plenty of good articles out there about how to stop a dog from barking in her kennel (crate). Most dog owners know they should ignore their dogs for barking, return to them when they're quiet and provide them with food and other goodies in their kennels. The following are some extra tips to expand on these ideas toStop a dog from barking in a kennel.1. Ignore the dog for as long as it takes. A dog trainer might tell you to ignore the dog for barking in her kennel, but what i …

So your summer travel plans are in place. But who will take care of your dog? Is it best to hire a pet sitter? Should you leave him with "Grandma"? How about taking him to a boarding facility? These are all great options, but this post will focus onHow to prepare for leaving your dog at a boarding facility.1. Tour the facility in advance.It's a good idea to tour the boarding facility before you actually drop off your dog. You don't want to find out it's a sketchy place on the day you're trying t …

If you're adopting a new dog, it's so important to set the dog up for good behavior in your home. This post will help you learn how to prevent unwanted behavior like accidents and fights by controlling the dog's options. These tips can also be applied if you plan to foster or pet sit a dog in your home. Prevention goes such a long way! Tips for Good Behavior1. Keep the dog on a leash for the first few hours. A leash allows you to directly supervise the dog at all times. I prefer t …

Luckily for us dog lovers, more and more places are becoming pet-friendly. You can go shopping, on vacation, or out to eat without having to leave your dog behind! Check out these dog friendly public places. Here are some pet-friendly places to bring your best friend:Dog Friendly BusinessesAce HardwareAutoZoneBass Pro ShopsBed, Bath & BeyondHome DepotMichael’sThe Container StoreTJ Maxx & MarshallsTips & EtiquetteLet your dog do his business before entering any business. You’d hate for your pup t …

Dog agility is a sport where a handler and dog work together as a team. The handler directs the off-leash dog through an obstacle course. During an actual competition, each dog is judged on time and accuracy. Some people and dogs participate in agility for fun without actually competing. Others travel across the country to test their skills against other teams. Here are someReasons to give agility a try with your dog:1. No experience necessary.If dog agility is a new concept to you and your dog, …