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Most Popular Personalized Dog Collars
Most Popular Personalized Dog Collars
Most Popular Personalized Dog CollarsSo you need a new collar for your best friend. With so many collars out there, picking the right one can be ruff. The office pups at dogIDs want to help you out!Personalized Nylon Collars Custom Embroidered Nylon Dog Collar: This nylon collar is absolutely pawesome! With a variety of nylon and thread colors, you can have your pet's name and phone number…
How To Choose the Right Dog Collar for your Dog
How To Choose the Right Dog Collar for your Dog
How to Choose the Right Custom Collar for Your DogIf you’re new to the dog world, you might be confused when it comes to choosing the right one for your new canine family member. There are so many options, brands, designs and materials - How could you possibly choose the best one, especially a custom collar for your dog?Every dog is a little bit different in what they need. The best way to pi…
How To Pick The Right Collar For A Christmas Gift
How To Pick The Right Collar For A Christmas Gift
Thinking about giving the pet enthusiast on your Christmas list a new collar for their dog or cat? Follow this guide to help you choose the best collar: Choosing the Right Collar Know the pet’s personality. Is the pet active? Is it a boy, or is it a girl? Does the dog spend a lot of time outside or inside? All of these factors will help you figure out the right size, color, and materia…
5 Benefits of Quick-Release Buckle Dog Collars
5 Benefits of Quick-Release Buckle Dog Collars
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 buckle collars from dogIDs are made with a quick-release side buckle designed for durability, safety and con…
3 Benefits of a Nylon Dog Collar
3 Benefits of a Nylon Dog Collar
At dogIDs, we offer a wide variety of collars. From waterproof to leather, the one collar our customers love the best is our nylon dog collars. Nylon dog collars can provide multiple benefits for your pup while keeping the traditional dog collar look.3 benefits of nylon collar for dogs nylon dog collars:Ultimate ComfortNylon collars are made from soft durable webbing that will give your pup ultima…
What You Need To Know About Hemp Dog Collars
What You Need To Know About Hemp Dog Collars
Hemp dog collars are perfect for owners who want to improve their carbon footprint for themselves and their dog. Because of its sustainability and comfort, hemp dog collars are perfect for the environmentalist and the dog-lover. What’s the difference between hemp and marijuana? When people first hear the word “hemp,” they often think of marijuana. However, hemp is much differe…
Growing Through Life Stages with Your Dog Collar
Growing Through Life Stages with Your Dog Collar
From puppy to adult, dog collars can be frustrating. Which is right for a puppy? What about teenage years? Can my puppy wear the same collar from puppyhood to adulthood? How does my puppy grow into their dog collar?As a new puppy owner, you may have all these questions and more. At dogids.com, we are here to help! Check out this infographic below to view our recommended dog collars for your aging…
Where to Buy the Best Dog Products
Where to Buy the Best Dog Products
Finding the best products for your dog can be ruff. There are so many companies, stores, boutiques, and online websites dedicated to dog products. It can be overwhelming.We're here to make the process a little easier for you. Here are our Top 5 places Where to Buy the Best Dog Products:BarkBoxBarkBox is a monthly subscription service that sends you toys, treats and other fun products through the m…
4 Reasons to Use a Martingale Collar for your Dog
4 Reasons to Use a Martingale Collar for your Dog
Sometimes it’s hard to know what kind of collar would be best for your dog, especially if you’ve recently adopted the dog. The martingale collar is a good choice for a variety of dogs because it gives you a little more control than a regular collar. Plus, it has some safety benefits. It’s my go-to collar for when I’m fostering a dog. This post goes over some of the details on why I…
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 continue…
dogIDs Helpful Guide To Nylon Collars
dogIDs Helpful Guide To Nylon Collars
Nylon collars are the perfect combination of soft and durable. They are easily adjustable, available in all your favorite colors, and your dog will love them because they are so comfortable. Now, the big question is:What type of nylon collar should you get for your dog? We’ve put together a guide to our nylon collars to help you decide which will be best for you and your dog. Embroidere…
Harness vs. Collar: Which Is Best For Your Dog?
Harness vs. Collar: Which Is Best For Your Dog?
As a pet parent, you might wonder if a collar or a harness is a better choice for your everyday use with your dog. You may hear opinions on both, but there are no definite answers as to which pet product is best. It depends on the kind of activities you will be doing with your dog as well as other factors.Here are three questions you should ask when picking between a collar or harness.What are my…
When is it Safer to Use a Harness for Your Dog vs. a Collar?
When is it Safer to Use a Harness for Your Dog vs. a Collar?
When is it safer to use a harness for your dog vs. a collar? No surprise, but, it depends... With my own puppy, a rambunctious Weimaraner, I might use two different types of collars in one day depending on what we’re doing. For example, his harness is better for hiking and his training collar is best for walks in “busy” areas. Each dog is different, but here are some examples where you might…
Why Should I Buy High Quality Leather Collars For My Dog?
Why Should I Buy High Quality Leather Collars For My Dog?
If you're an online shopper, you know the struggle of turning down a product that has a price too good to be true. You see the discount and think, "That should hold up." It might be tempting, but don't add that leather collar for $6.00 on Amazon! You should be looking for the best for your best friend, not the cheapest option. Some of hardest working, longest lasting dog collars out there…
3 Benefits of Using a Backout Collar For Your Dog
3 Benefits of Using a Backout Collar For Your Dog
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 backout collars, otherwise known as martingale collars. Backout collars have two loops that allow you to have more control over your dog. 3 Benefits of Using a Backout Collar:1. Safety FirstYour pet’s safety is a priority in ev…