dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

Dozens of dogs and their parents got together at the West Fargo Parks Dog Show on Tuesday, August 13th for a fun night of friendly competition. The family event featured a search and rescue dog agility demonstration, a cutest puppy contest and various small and large dog contests. Pet parents showing their dogs ranged from preschool-aged children to grandparents. Dog breeds in attendance included Labs, Golden Retrievers, a hairless Chinese Crested and a Pub/Lab mix.Dog Show Judges Ashley Fa …

Meet Syrus Newest Member of the dogIDs Team!Meet Syrus: Newest Member of the dogIDs Pack!This summer, dogIDs owners Lori and Clint Howitz added a new furry friend to their family – and so did the dogIDs team! Meet Syrus, the Great Dane. He’s about six-months old and weighs 90 pounds. Syrus was found wandering the streets of Grand Forks, ND and was held at the dog pound in Grand Forks for a week, but never claimed. 4 Luv of Dog Rescue took him in to try and find him a new home. Ashley Farkas, d …

We stay busy with jobs, travel, kids, and spouses, so sometimes our pet doesn’t get the quality time they need. Even though we love our pets every day, it is nice to have an official day to pamper your pet even more. There are many ways to celebrate Love Your Pet Day and here are a few of our favorites!Love Your Pet Day Take your dog on a longer walk. Exercise is very important for you and your dog, so why not treat him to a different walking path. Your dog will like the different vi …

Getting involved with a local shelter or rescue is easier than you might think. While you may be familiar with the idea of volunteering at a shelter or fostering dogs, there’s a new way to give back that requires little to no commitment on your part: recycling cans for a local shelter! Now you can simultaneously help the environment and animals. Talk about a win-win!How to Recycle for a Shelter4 Luv of Dog Rescue, a local shelter near dogIDs, has instilled a convenient system that lets people ch …

There is no best way to train your dog. As long as you put the effort in and strengthen your bond, the training will be just fine. Here are some tips that you can keep in mind when teaching your dog commands and tricks! Keep on training throughout your dog’s life. It's a common misconception that once you’re done training your dog, you can stop. Dogs learn throughout their lives and you should reinforce their training so that they don’t forget. Just like the old saying, if you don’t use it, yo …

When I sit back and think about the quirks of each of my pets, it’s really interesting to compare my cats to my dog. Captain is my old man cat and is cranky, lazy and finicky, albeit a cuddle bug at night. Little Girl is young at heart, rambunctious, a little crazy and always into something.And then there’s Brick. He often sports his sad, gentle eyes during downtime, but mostly he is a happy dog. With this in mind, I wanted to list the5 life lessons we all can learn from dogs.1. Make every …

As a part of National Microchipping Month, the big question we want to answer is "Should I microchip my dog?"The short answer is YES.Why not take every step possible to improve the odds of your lost dog being returned home? However, microchipping is not enough. Only rescues, shelters and veterinary offices have the ability to scan a microchip. There are 2 main types of microchips on the market, so odds are even less that they will have both types of scanners.There is no way to ensure that your …

If you currently leave your dog in a crate when he's home alone, you may be wondering when you can trust him to be left loose in the house. This will depend on the dog, of course. Some dogs may never be able to be left loose in the house. If that's the case with your dog, don't feel bad. Crates are great tools to keep dogs safe and out of trouble. Or, you might be leaving your dog in a bedroom or in the kitchen with a pet gate, and that's fine too. The question is, when (if ever) sh …

Pet ID tags aren't just for dogs. You never know when your cat could get lost, so be on the safe side and make it easier for your cat to get home. Plenty of cat ID tags are available here at dogIDs for small dogs, puppies and cats. The following are some reasons why your cat should never go without ID. ID Tags for CatsIndoor cats won't know how to get home. If your indoor cat gets loose, she won't be familiar with your neighborhood. Not only that, but she will probably feel …

The holidays can be stressful enough with out-of-town friends and family visiting. An overly excited dog doesn’t make life easier! Dogs are naturally curious and social animals, which means they can get overwhelmed and overstimulated with the sudden influx of people and activities. It's important to manage their behavior to ensure a peaceful and enjoyable holiday for everyone. I am dealing with this myself as I have a 9-month-old Weimaraner who is extremely friendly. He tries to jump on …