dogIDs "How-to" Dog Blog

Benefits of Elevated Dog Bowls
You’ve probably seen or heard about elevated bowls before, but do you know about the benefits they have for you and your dog? Bowls that are raised off of the ground are great for tall dogs or pooches that are getting older. These raised bowls make it so your pup doesn’t have to lean down so far to eat. Elevated feeders come in many different shapes and sizes. There are elevated feeders with…
Embroidered Awareness Dog Leashes Indicate Your Dog's Needs
When I foster dogs, it would be great to have a leash that says “ADOPT ME” to let people know the cute dog at my side is looking for a home. I like to take my foster dogs out and about to public places to get them attention, but I’m shy about starting conversations with strangers. This type of leash could help me get a conversation going with potential adopters. dogIDs is now offering Embroide…
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…
DIY Pet Halloween Costumes
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 gus…
3 Ways to Show Team Spirit With Your Dog During March Madness
March Madness is a fun time of the year to cheer on your favorite NCAA men’s basketball team. It’s three weeks filled with friends, cheering, laughter and great food. If you love your dog like we do, chances are you’ll want them to help you cheer on your favorite team. Here are 3 ways you can show some team spirit with your favorite pup.Two-Toned CollarA two-toned collar is a fun way to get your d…
5 Easy Ways To Dress Up Your Pet
Did you know that January 14th is National Dress Up Your Pet Day? It can be difficult to get your dog to cooperate in dressing up.At dogIDs, we have quick, simple options that your pet will love to wear.Here are 5 easy ways to start dressing up your best friend.Dog Apparel From dogIDsDog Bow TiesWho's a dapper dog? Pick your favorite fabric from these bow tie selections for your dog. These bow tie…
Best Owner Practices When Potty Training Your Puppy
There is no doubt that potty training a puppy can be a difficult task. There are many different methods and practices that you can choose from when potty training your dog, but how do you know which one is the best? In this article, we will go over some of the best practices for potty training your puppy. These tips will help make potty training easier and less time consuming. Remember…
River's Favorite Products
Our spokesdog, River, is a very active yellow labrador who loves to swim and fetch. River, just like all dogs, always has his favorite toys and treats, so we are making a list of River’s favorite things. He would have liked to type this list himself, but his paws are just too big for the keyboard!River's Favorite ProductsOne of River’s favorite things is our Waterproof Soft Grip ScruffTag Personal…
Making Our Customers' Tails Wag
Here at dogIDs, we have a goal:To make our customers’ tails wag.What does that mean? It means that we go above and beyond to put our customers’ needs first and make sure that they are so happy with our products and service that they could wag their tail. You know when your dog sees you after a long day at work or you’re about to give them a treat and they wag their tail so fast you wonder if it wi…
How to Soothe Your Aging Dog’s Arthritis Pain
Often times we get our dogs as puppies. We spend their lives training them, playing with them, caring for them and loving them with all our hearts. Watching our dog grow old can be hard. As your dog ages, you’ve probably noticed that they’ve slowed down quite a bit and appear to be more “careful” with their movements when they lay down or get up. This is usually due to arthritis. Unfortunately, ar…
Which Rivets are Best for My Dog's Collar?
If you’ve ordered one of our collars that require rivets, you may have noticed we offer nickel and stainless steel options.But what’s the main difference between these two materials? And why does it matter for your dog?                                             Shop Waterproof Colla…
New Year, New Dog Products in 2018
A new year to celebrate a new you. Check out these items that will make you and your pup feel great in 2018!New Items For Your DogTether Tug Outdoor Interactive Dog ToyWe are thrilled about our new favorite dog toy! If you are a pet parent, you understand that it can be hard entertaining your dog all day. The Tether Tug Outdoor Interactive Dog Toy allows your dog to play without you. Too…
What Makes a Dog Tennis Ball Different
If your dog is anything like my dog, they’re obsessed with tennis balls. My dog will carry it with him everywhere he goes, he will make me throw it for him 1000 times in a row and then he will destroy it into as many pieces.I will then find myself at the store once again to replace his collection, even though I know these too will fall victim to Teddy’s love for ripping his toys to shreds. Have yo…
What Treats Are Best For My Pet?
It seems like every day a new dog treat is in the news for being unhealthy, harmful or dangerous for your pet. With so many options, it's difficult to keep track and know what your pet would like best.At dogIDs, we believe in giving your dog the best treats made from top notch ingredients. Here are a few of our favorites:Made in FargoOne of our favorite treats for your pup is made just a few block…
What Does Guaranteed For Life Really Mean?
Many companies guarantee satisfaction but what does that mean at dogIDs? We want the best for your best friend and we stand behind the quality of all of our products. We also want all dog moms and dads to be happy with the products that they are buying for their furry friends.We can guarantee you that any product you purchase from us will stay usable and readable for the lifetime of your pet. If t…