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…
Depending on where you live, you may need to consider extra care for your dog’s paws in winter months. For example, winter weather can cause cracked or dry paws. Plus, some dogs are sensitive to the cold, snow and ice on their feet.
For these reasons, I reached out to two veterinarians to get their advice on winter paw care.
Should your pup wear dog boots?
I wrote a whole post on dog b…
One of my favorite things to do with my dog Ace is taking him on off-leash hikes and walks.I had no idea this was such a controversial issue until I innocently posted about hiking with my dog off leash on another site and people (serious backpackers) told me a thing or two about how dogs should never hike off leash!Their reasons were:
safety of other hikers &concern for the wildlifeAs much as I h…
Mealtime is probably one of your pup's favorite activities. But did you know that your dog's meal can be dangerous?Here is a quick lesson in dog bloat that could save your pet's life.What is Dog Bloat?According to PetMD.com, dog bloat (or Gastric Dilatation Volvulus - GDV) is caused when your dog's stomach fills with gas, liquid, or food, causing a large amount of pressure on their diaphragm. This…
Woof! Oops, I mean hi! My name is River and I'm the head office pup here at dogIDs. Being the top dog is a lot of work. There are so many things I have to get done in a day! Lucky for me I have an awesome team of humans to help me out.My typical agenda looks like this:
9:01 a.m. - Get to work and begin the search for butt scratches and belly rubs.
9:12 a.m. - Start the second lap of butt sc…
The emotions you get when adding a puppy or even an adult dog to your family is a little bit what I imagine skydiving might feel like. It is filled with anticipation, anxiety, excitement and a sense of euphoria when they finally come home. A huge part of the anticipation and anxiety is finding the right dog for your family. If you are looking for a loving pet and family member, adopting a shelt…
Embroidered Digital Camo Personalized Dog CollarThese digital camouflage nylon webbing collars are embroidered with your own contact information or personal message. The embroidery is done on a digital camouflage nylon ribbon which is sewn directly onto the nylon webbing. This makes the embroidery very crisp, clean and easy to read. The plastic side release buckle is very convenient to use and tou…
The Italian Leather Dog Collars are sure to brighten your dog's day!Our Personalized Designer Italian Leather Collars are in a class all by themselves. With eleven beautiful colors to pick from and sizes available for all dog breeds, shapes and sizes, you are sure to find just the right collar to match your dog's personality. Super soft and so, so very classy!With two layers of leather stitched to…
While retractable leashes may seem like a way to make dog walks easier, you might want to take a second look. Below is a list of the top 4 reasons why we are absolutely, positively not in love with retractable leashes:4 Reasons to Ditch the Retractable Leash1. They’re dangerous for your dog.
These leashes can practically extend across state lines. The extra length gives your dog free…
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 personalized buckle collars from dogIDs are made with a quick-release side buckle designed for durabili…
What You Should Know About Active Duty Military Dogs
Military working dogs are an important part of our military branches. After selecting Military Working Dog Team Support Association Inc. (MWDTSA) as our Paw It Forward partner for 2015, we quickly learned just how amazing these dogs really are. From this partnership with MWDTSA, the dogIDs pack was given the opportunity to visit a military dog…
Choosing the Right Leash for Your PupChoosing the best leash for your pup can be trickier than you might think. There are a variety of styles, materials, and lengths, all of which can affect the walking experience for you and your pet.Here’s your guide for choosing the best leash for your dog...Retractable LeashRetractable leashes are great for casual walks with your pet. I love using the retracta…
March is
Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and we want to remind pet owners about some of the most common pet poisons found in and around people’s homes.
Sometimes pet lovers are not aware that certain household items can actually be very toxic to dogs and cats. We created this infographic to help raise awareness about some of the most common causes of pet poisoning.Pet Pois…
We all want our dogs of all sizes to get along, but sometimes the owners of small dogs can get (understandably) a little nervous about inviting bigger dogs to play. Here in Fargo, the dog parks are even divided up with an area for "big dogs" and an area for "small dogs." The following are some ideas to
Help your dog (no matter her size) get along with larger and smaller d…