dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

Is a family photo really complete without your favorite pup? Our furry friends are naturally apart of our family so it makes sense that they need to be included in the family photo. Here are some tips for getting the perfect family photo with your dog.Coordinating outfitsWhat’s more fun than having coordinating outfits with your favorite pet? Matching with your dog is a great way to include them in your photo.To start, a dog sweater is a perfect way to show off your dog. With many dog …

The following is my interview with Jeff Graves, founder of KC Dog Runners in Kansas City. KC Dog Runners is Kansas City's first and only dog running company, and Jeff and his team of runners take dogs on running and walking sessions throughout the Kansas City area. They also offer a pet sitting service and a yard cleanup service. Jeff has been using Mendota Slip Leads from dogIDs to run with his clients' dogs, so I wanted to ask him a bit about his business and why he prefers this product …

The Italian Leather Dog Collars are sure to brighten your dog's day!Our Personalized Designer Italian Leather Collars are in a class all by themselves. With eleven beautiful colors to pick from and sizes available for all dog breeds, shapes and sizes, you are sure to find just the right collar to match your dog's personality. Super soft and so, so very classy!With two layers of leather stitched together with nylon thread, they are the ultimate in durability. The outside layer is made of importe …

Just for fun, I asked a couple of dog owners what they think their dogs might really want for a holiday gift this year.Here’s what they had to say:Charlotte the Yorkie & Pippa the Yorkie mix“Pippa would love food, food and more food!” said Emily Lyons about her Yorkie/Maltese mix (pictured above, right).Charlotte, on the other hand, would love a sling-type puppy carrier.“She constantly wants to be held.”Lyons said she would love to get her dogs some cute sweaters and outfits, however they both " …

A New Tag For Your Best FriendUnique Enamel Dog Tags by Andrew Our stainless steel painted designer dog tags were uniquely designed by our artisan partner Andrew and will surely make you and your best friend stand out in the pack! Durable, colorful, fun and stylish at the same time! We're proud of these dog tags and your dog will surely be excited to have this ice cream tag hanging on his or her collar!The tags are super thick 1/16" (1.85 mm) stainless steel and are hand painted with enamel and …

As the holiday season hits full swing, many consumers choose to shop small. We at dogIDs applaud this decision since we are also a small company.Here are 5 facts about dogIDs you may not know:1. dogIDs started in a basement. Back in 2005, dogIDs saw there was a need for personalized dog products. With an idea and a whole lot of passion, dogIDs got their paws into the world of dog products in our pack leader's basement. Eventually, the company grew and it was time to move out of the basement …

The leaves are changing, temps are cooling and the pumpkin craze has begun. Fall is here! And that means Halloween isn’t far behind. Little children in costumes are adorable, but what’s even better than that? Pets in costumes. I always try and dress my pets up somehow for Halloween, although two of my three won’t tolerate it for more than a second. If you have a pet that will tolerate being gussied up for this spooky cute day, getting a photo captured of that sweet (OK fine, upset) face is …

While retractable leashes may seem like a way to make dog walks easier, you might want to take a second look. Below is a list of the top 4 reasons why we are absolutely, positively not in love with retractable leashes:4 Reasons to Ditch the Retractable Leash1. They’re dangerous for your dog. These leashes can practically extend across state lines. The extra length gives your dog freedom…to walk uncontrolled into traffic. In addition, if an aggressive dog approaches your pet while y …

Pack up your treats, collars and leashes! On August 21st, dogIDs will move into a new office space located in downtown Fargo, North Dakota.We're On The Move The pack is ready for our next adventure and we are very excited for our new space. Here are a few things we are looking forward to: We have an office that is big enough to fit our team. At our old office the team was separated into five rooms. We will now be in one large area allowing for better communication and more creativity …

All buckles are not created equally. Many dog owners prefer buckle collars for their dogs, but you want to make sure the buckle on your dog’s collar is safe. We’ve all seen collars with those cheap, plastic buckles that break way too easily, so obviously you want to avoid those! The personalized buckle collars from dogIDs are made with a quick-release side buckle designed for durability, safety and convenience. The following are some reasons to consider a quick-release buckle coll …