dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

It’s that time of year where we see advertisements for ways to pamper Mom – a bouquet of flowers, an Edible Arrangement, a spa day, some jewelry. But what about the other mothers? The fur moms? There may not be an official Pet Mother’s Day, but that won’t stop us from recognizing some of the lovely fur moms out there. To honor the relationship between human and pet, we asked some of our friends, staff, readers and customers to tell us what they think is best about being a pet mom. Here’s …

We know you'll do anything for your Fur Baby. Want to show them how much they are loved? Celebrate your pet's birthday!Don't know their birthday? Use their "Gotcha" day or Adopt-iversary as your dog's birthday event!Here are some ideas for your pet's next party.                               How To Throw Your Pet an Amazing Birthday"Pawty Games"Once your invites are sent, it's time to start planning! No birthday part …

Cutting your dog’s nails is no big deal as long as your dog is not afraid of having her nails trimmed! If you have such a dog, then you know how challenging and stressful nail trims can be. This post will go over some tips on how to help your dog or puppy get used to dog nail trims. If your dog is especially fearful or aggressive while having her nails trimmed, don’t hesitate to reach out to a professional groomer, vet or trainer for help. Why do some dogs dislike nail trims? If a do …

Having a pet go missing is every pet owner's nightmare. We keep our pets safe and hope that day never comes, but what if it does? Check out these tips to help get your pet home safely!StepsSearch the immediate areaGo to pounds and sheltersPost flyers around townCheck internet lost and found sitesLeave food, water and clothing out for your dog to come back toPet identification could mean the difference between finding your fluffy friend or losing them forever. Find the perfect dog tag for them he …

dogIDs has taken the initiative to continuously improve the lives of dogs through our Paw it Forward program created in 2015. The program gives our incredible customers the opportunity to donate to dog-related nonprofits.We are committed not only to providing our customers the chance to give back but to living out this value ourselves. dogIDs will match 10% of the donations received up to $1,000 to our partnered nonprofit.We have partnered with RedRover in the past and are excited to collaborate …

Can You Answer These Dog Trivia Questions? If you're a dog lover, then you probably think you know all there is to know about our furry friends. However, there's always more to learn, and dog trivia is a fun way to challenge your knowledge! Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a dog enthusiast, these trivia questions will test your knowledge and teach you something new. Are you ready to dive into the world of dog trivia? Dogs sweat through which part of their body? How old was the world's old …

We want to wish you all a happy Fourth of July! Many of you will be spending time outdoors this week with friends and family  and of course, your dogs. There will be lots of grilling, outdoor sports,  parades and fireworks. While we hope you all have tons of fun, we also  want to mention some important safety tips for our dogs. Tips for keeping dogs safe in the heat and during fireworks Safe ways to exercise Since I have an older, black dog, I need t …

Cooper Visits dogIDs Do you remember hearing about Cooper, North Dakota's hero dog, this past May? The dogIDs team was lucky enough to meet this canine celebrity this past week. If you haven’t heard the story, this past May the Urness Family’s 3 year-old son, Carson, went missing while playing outside at their farm near Cooperstown, ND.  The family dog, Cooper, was gone too, so the family hoped the two of them were together. A team of 200 people searched for many hours to find C …

Has your dog ever been “skunked”? If so, you know how difficult it is (nearly impossible) to get rid of the strong skunk odor. In this post, we’re sharing some tips on what to do if your dog gets sprayed by a skunk and how you can attempt to remove the odor from her coat and collar. If your dog has ever been skunked, we’d love to hear what you did. What worked and what didn’t?What to do if your dog is sprayed by a skunk The following solution is what dogIDs recommends for removing …

If you have a senior dog, you might have noticed he’s having a harder time keeping up while walking or running. Or maybe he’s stiff and sore after playing at the park, chasing a ball or doing agility. My own Lab mix is 9 years old. He used to be my running buddy, but today we stick to short walks because longer exercise sessions are hard on his joints. Obviously, dog owners want to keep their senior dogs as fit and active as possible, but sometimes it feels like options are limited. …