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Emma's Adoption Story - Celebrate Adopt-A-Dog Month
Emma's Adoption Story - Celebrate Adopt-A-Dog Month
Happy Adopt-A-Dog Month!This August, dogIDs was lucky enough to welcome a new pack member to our office.Our production specialist, Keely, adopted a spunky little boxer named Emma. We decided to celebrate Adopt-A-Dog month by telling you their story!Emma's StoryKeely knew she had a love for boxers. This winter the pack was devastated when Keely had to say goodbye to her first boxer, Lux. As th…
Helping Senior Dogs in their Golden Years
Helping Senior Dogs in their Golden Years
Helping Senior Dogs Since its inception in 2015, the dogIDs Paw It Forward program has raised over $16,000 for dog-related non-profit organizations. We’ve partnered with a variety of organizations but the one common thread is their commitment to improving the lives of dogs. We’re so happy to add another partner to our program. Going in to this year, dogIDs will be featuring The Grey Muzz…
Paw It Forward Now To Improve The Lives Of Dogs
Paw It Forward Now To Improve The Lives Of Dogs
Paw It Forward With dogIDs Started in 2015, our Paw It Forward program gives our customers the opportunity to support wonderful organizations that improve the lives of dogs. Every dog lover that shops on our site can donate $1, $5 or more to the nonprofit we’re featuring for the quarter. At dogIDs, our mission is to improve the lives of dogs. We seek only the best partners to feature for this…
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
From April through September, there’s a common parasite to look out for on your pet: ticks. These bugs are small but mighty and can cause serious problems for your pet if they’re not removed. Pet owners of all types should be well-versed in where their pets can pick up ticks, how to remove them, and how to prevent ticks in the first place. Here are all your tick questions, answered:Where ca…
The Best Summer Vacation for You and Your Pup
The Best Summer Vacation for You and Your Pup
Summer’s the perfect time to soak up some sunshine and get away from work, school, or whatever other responsibilities you may have. While you’re heading to the lake, trekking the trails, or exploring within your own city, don’t forget to take Fido with you!Dog’s make great vacation buddies and there are plenty of areas, local and not, that are dog-friendly.North DakotaMandan/BismarckIn North Dakot…
National Dog Week: Rescuing, Fostering & Dog-Filled
National Dog Week: Rescuing, Fostering & Dog-Filled
National Dog Week, the Best Week of the Year! Attention all you party animals, it’s time to celebrate canines! This week is National Dog Week, which runs through the last week in September. This barktastic holiday is said to be started by Captain William Judy in 1928 to educate dog owners about their responsibilities to their pets and communities. Speaking of community, we wanted to honor t…
Why Dogs Shed and How to Reduce It
Why Dogs Shed and How to Reduce It
Thanks to our guest blogger, Emma Olson, for sharing her experience with shedding in her dog Brownie. Dog Hair About a month ago, I started noticing how often I was sweeping my floors. It wasn’t dirt I was piling into my dustpan, but dog hair. So. Much. Dog. Hair. This can’t be normal, I thought as I watched Brownie, my 7-year-old pointer/lab mix, walk across my clean floors. I could l…
How to Include Your Dog in Your Wedding
How to Include Your Dog in Your Wedding
Including your dog in your wedding has become a popular trend these past few years, and it makes sense! Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, so for a fellow dog-lover, it seems strange not to include your furry best friend in some way. We’ve seen dogs be a part of weddings in many different ways - from the flower girl, to Dog of Honor, joining for pictures, or as…
Tips for Including Your Dog In Your Wedding
Tips for Including Your Dog In Your Wedding
My husband and I got married in 2012, and we had our Lab mix at the outdoor ceremony and reception. As someone whose life revolves around dogs, this was important to me, and I’m thankful I will always have those memories and photos of my special dog Ace. Of course, having your dog at your wedding causes a lot of additional stress, so I thought I’d share a few tips that might be helpfu…
Martingale Dog Collars for Training
Martingale Dog Collars for Training
My puppy Remy somehow made it through his basic obedience class last week. (He’s quite a handful!) One unique thing about this training class was the instructor encouraged us all to use martingale-style collars. dogIDs offers martingale collars in Nylon and in a Waterproof option. Martingale collars are “limited slip” collars. They tighten a bit under tension but not so much that they co…
How to Decrease Stress for Dogs During the Holidays
How to Decrease Stress for Dogs During the Holidays
The holidays are stressful for most of us, including our dogs. Think about it - all the extra people coming and going, packages piling up, travel plans, decorations and parties. It's a lot for some dogs to take in. The following are some tips from professional dog trainers on how to keep your dog safe and relaxed this season whether you're traveling with your dog or hosting a holiday event.…
How to Transition Your Dog to a Raw Diet
How to Transition Your Dog to a Raw Diet
A raw diet can be beneficial for your dog’s health and development. Many dog owners are turning to raw food to create a diet specific to their breed’s needs. You may have heard about it on TikTok, Facebook, or Instagram; however, a raw food diet for dogs is far from a contemporary practice. In fact, raw pet food diets have a rich history. Before domestication, the ancestors of our presen…
How to Prevent and Treat Heartworm in Pets
How to Prevent and Treat Heartworm in Pets
It’s something all pet owners hear about, but rarely have more details on: heartworm.Heartworm is more common than pet owners realize, and can seriously affect the health and well-being of your pet. However scary heartworm may seem, there are plenty of prevention methods and treatment options for your pet that makes it a lot less intimidating.What are heartworms?Before even getting into the preven…
Hunting Dog Essentials for Your Dog
Hunting Dog Essentials for Your Dog
In the dog world, there is no shortage of talent when it comes to hunting. From Labrador Retrievers, to German Shorthaired Pointers, Brittany Spaniels, Poodles, and even Beagles! You have your pick of the litter when selecting a great breed as your hunting companion. Before you and your furry best bud head out to the field, you’ve got to grab some hunting essentials to keep your dog safe. Here…
Nylon Collars vs Leather Collars
Nylon Collars vs Leather Collars
Nylon or leather? Which is better for your lifestyle? Which will give your dog the perfect look? While both types of collars are great, one may work better for you and your dog. Check out the characteristics of each, as well as some pros and cons. Nylon vs. Leather CollarsNylon Dog Collars Nylon collars are made from a nylon webbing and they typically have a plastic or metal side release b…