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5 Pet Products You Never Knew You Needed
5 Pet Products You Never Knew You Needed
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 Pro…
How To Put On A Dog Harness Correctly
How To Put On A Dog Harness Correctly
Using a Step-In Dog HarnessA nylon dog harness is something every dog should have. They are a great tool to use when walking with your pet. Here are instructions on How To Put On A Dog Harness Correctly.Before we start... Do you have a step-in harness? No? Check out our variety of harness at dogIDs here. Our step-in harness is available in an embroidered style or with a personalize…
Do You Consider Yourself a Dog Mom?
Do You Consider Yourself a Dog Mom?
Some dog owners love to be called “dog moms” or “dog dads” and they gladly refer to their pets as their fur kids. On the other hand, some people don’t like to think of their pets as their “kids.” I asked five mothers how they feel about being called dog moms, and here’s what they had to say. Do you consider yourself a dog mom?Lisa Cohn, Portland (pictured above) Mother of 3 human ch…
Training Tips That Will Make Your Vet Love Your Dog
Training Tips That Will Make Your Vet Love Your Dog
The vet can be scary places for dogs. The bright lights, odd smells, sounds of dogs whining in the kennels and even your own nerves can all cause your dog to go on high-alert. Not every dog is super comfortable being at the vet, never mind being handled for basic procedures.Here are three easy training tips to ensure your vet visits go a little more smoothly. Putting on and Wearing a MuzzleA muzzl…
How Can Acupuncture Help My Dog?
How Can Acupuncture Help My Dog?
Meet Ody! He’s an office dog here, at dogIDs, and his mom is Keely who works in customer service. Ody is a French Bulldog mix and his favorite thing to do is cuddle up with his momma. Being a French Bulldog makes Ody susceptible to lower back problems, like Disc Disease. Ody was diagnosed with Disc Disease 5 months ago and is now pain-free all thanks to dog acupuncture.What is Disc Disease?Disk Di…
How to Keep Your Dog Calm When Guests Arrive
How to Keep Your Dog Calm When Guests Arrive
The holidays can be stressful enough with out-of-town friends and family visiting. An overly excited dog doesn’t make life easier!I am dealing with this myself as I have a 9-month-old Weimaraner who is extremely friendly. He tries to jump on people, and it’s challenging to keep him under control! So, I thought I’d share my management tips.Please share what works for keeping your dog calm in the co…
How to Break Up A Dog Fight the Right Way
How to Break Up A Dog Fight the Right Way
Hopefully, you’ll never have to break up a fight between dogs, but it could happen sooner or later, especially if you visit dog parks or work at a dog daycare.Thankfully, most dog fights sound worse than they actually are. There's a lot of growling, snarling and posturing, but you can often defuse the situation with a quick “hey!” or clapping your hands. Often enough, the dogs will just “shake off…
Dog Products That Can Save Your Pet's Life
Dog Products That Can Save Your Pet's Life
Our pets are everything to us. You would do anything and everything to keep your best friend safe. Here are our favorite products every pet parent should own.Dog Products That Can Save Your Pet's Life Embroidered Martingale Collar Safety on walks is a top priority for many pet parents. A martingale collar is used to help walk training be simple all while keeping your pet safe. When a pet ge…
Observations from Intern in a Dog-Friendly Office
Observations from Intern in a Dog-Friendly Office
Dog-friendly offices are a rare breed (pun intended). Adding dogs to a regular office environment brings a whole new set of challenges and excitement to a 9 to 5.Here are a few observations I’ve had as an intern in a dog-friendly office:9 Things You Learn from a Dog-Friendly OfficeAlways bring a lint roller.I grew up in a household where the dog didn’t shed. I quickly learned, however, that your c…
How to Help Your Dog Get Used to Car Rides
How to Help Your Dog Get Used to Car Rides
Some of us take it for granted that our dogs are calm and content riding in the car. It is a stressful or scary experience for a lot of dogs, causing them to whine or bark the entire time or to become car sick. The following are some tips to help your dog get used to the car or to make sure riding in the car remains a positive experience for your newly adopted dog or puppy. Tips to help…
Top 10 Tips for Responsible Dog Parenting
Top 10 Tips for Responsible Dog Parenting
In honor of February being Responsible Pet Ownership Month, we at dogIDs wanted to remind you of some of the ways you can make sure you’re being a great doggie parent. You love your animal companion, but sometimes we all need reminders on how to give your dog the very best and keep him happy and healthy. Aside from committing to the long haul, here are 10 things you can do to be a responsible p…
Top 6 Reasons for You to Adopt a Mutt
Top 6 Reasons for You to Adopt a Mutt
Today is #NationalMuttDay, so it's time to give some love to the mixed breeds in our life! Here are the top six reasons to adopt a mutt:#1: Home for a dog in need You’re more likely to find a mutt in a shelter than in any puppy advertisements. According to the Humane Society, nearly 75% of dogs in shelters are mixed. There are usually 6 to 8 million pets entering shelters each year, bu…
4 Fantastic Homemade Dog Food Recipes
4 Fantastic Homemade Dog Food Recipes
Making homemade dog food recipes is becoming more popular. There are several reasons that people want to try a new dog food, or new food preparation for their dog. Some of those factors include your dog being sick, has IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). If your dog fits into these categories then switching from store bought food might be your answer. Get 56 homemade dog food recipes here! Maki…
Change a Pet's Life Day - Help Renner Get Adopted
Change a Pet's Life Day - Help Renner Get Adopted
Here at dogIDs we strive to improve the lives of dogs. Each pet deserves a good home, proper care and plenty of walks. dogIDs is happy to introduce you to Renner. With your help we will get Renner and care he needs.On January 24th, dogIDs will celebrate Change a Pet's Life Day by donating a dollar for every order made that day. You may be wondering why we picked Renner. This pup's bad luck made h…
Can Dogs Eat Peas and What are the Benefits?
Can Dogs Eat Peas and What are the Benefits?
Raise Your Paw If You Love Peas!If you look at the ingredients on the back of your dog’s dry food bag or are looking for homemade dog food recipes to make your dog, you might notice a popular ingredient is peas. We have to be careful what ingredients we give our dogs, so you are probably wondering, can dogs eat peas? The short answer is yes. They typically are good for humans and pups! We’ll walk…