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History of Dog Tags for DogsCitizens invented the dog tag concept... The use of identification tags for dogs dates back to the late 1800s, when dog owners started attaching metal name tags to their dogs' collars as a way of identifying them. These tags typically included the dog's name, address, and owner's contact information. This innovation was a simple yet effective way to ensure that lost dogs could be quickly returned to their owners. The concept quickly gained popularity among pet owner …

Happy Campers: 11 Tips for Camping with Your Dog Sunny lakeside beaches. Peaceful hiking trails. Crackling bonfires. One of the best parts of summertime is exploring the great outdoors. And you know what’s even better? Bringing along your best (four-legged) friend. Whether you’re backpacking on weekend afternoons or staying a few nights at a local park, camping with your dog can be a really fun adventure, especially if you’re prepared. But if you’re not quite sure where to start, …

Do you have a blind dog? Are they deaf? Do they have seizures? Pet illnesses are common. Many dogs have special needs or medicine. As a pet parent, you know it can be difficult to let people know your dog has medical needs. Here are 3 easy ways to display your pet's medical needs.Medical Alert Products for DogsMedical Alert Dog Tags Medical alert tags easily display your dog's needs. Our tags currently come in two color options, two sizes, and over 20 medical designs. Need a different desig …

Dogs and their owners often love the dog park! However, sometimes one poor experience at the dog park can make a dog fearful or aggressive during future visits. The following are some tips to help keep the dog park a safe and positive place for you and your dog. Feel free to share your own safety tips in the comments. Dog Park Safety Tips1. Exercise your dog beforehand. Yes, the dog park is a great place for exercising your dog, but lots of excited energy can sometimes lead to fights …

When it comes to leashes, there are so many options. It’s hard to know which is right for your dog, especially when the leash is one of the most important tools when it comes to communicating with your dog. From slip leashes to jaeger leads, and long lines to traffic leashes, there’s a leash for every dog–and every occasion! Ready to find out which leash your dog needs?Take our How do you leash? quiz! 1. My dog's favorite hobby is: A. Laying on the couch B. Walking around the block …

New dog owners often have to decide which collar is going to be best for their furry addition. When choosing a collar, there has recently been an increase in popularity for martingale collars, otherwise known as backout collars or limited slip collars. Martingale collars have two loops that allow you to have more control over your dog. One loop serves as the main collar strap around your dog's neck. The other loop is what fastens to a leash and acts as the sliding loop, and when pulled, tightens …

Having a dog can be loads of fun. And also, loads of work! Lucky for us, we live in a time where pet ownership is getting more popular by the minute. That means that creative people are coming up with a creative solution to the problems pet owners face every day. On dogIDs.com, we have a ton of inventive products that make dog parenting so much easier. Here's our list of the Top 5 Dog Products You Never Knew You Needed!Top 5 Dog Products You Never Knew You Needed1. Personalized Dog Food …

Have you ever wondered why dogs do the things they do? Or what makes their behavior so unique? We here at dogIDs love trivia, especially dog trivia. So we scoured the web to dig up five fun facts about our furry friends. Call it a doggie FAQ or things you never knew you wanted to know. Go ahead, impress your friends with your canine know-how.Doggie Fun FactsWhy do dogs spin around before going poo? One day when I took Brick out to go potty, a neighbor came over and told me a fun fac …

Discover the best dog leash for your four-legged friend at dogIDs. Training your dog is an act of love. You have to incorporate training into every aspect of your dog's life when he or she first comes home. Begin with the lead. Teach your dog to behave during walks and other excursions. Here's a useful rundown that will help you find the best dog leash for training your pooch.The Classic Leash Custom Embroidered Nylon Dog Leash A standard flat leash is the best dog leash for day-to-day …

Lifetime Guaranteed? Really? How?We like to keep things as simple as possible at dogIDs; practical with absolutely no cutting corners when it comes to quality. Since this is such a strong value for us here, we believe strongly in the products we make and thoroughly field test them to make sure others will see the same quality that we do. When you believe strongly in the quality of your work and the materials you use to make a dog tag, dog collar, leash or harness, why would you not guarantee the …