dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

Choosing the right collar for your dog is more than just a matter of style—it’s a crucial decision that impacts their safety, comfort, and overall behavior. A collar is a key tool for communication and control during walks, training sessions, and daily activities. However, not all collars are created equal. For pet owners, particularly those with energetic or escape-prone dogs, selecting the ideal collar can significantly affect how effectively you manage your furry friend.Enter the martingale c …

Dogs and their owners often love the dog park! However, sometimes one poor experience at the dog park can make a dog fearful or aggressive during future visits. The following are some tips to help keep the dog park a safe and positive place for you and your dog. Feel free to share your own safety tips in the comments. Dog Park Safety Tips1. Exercise your dog beforehand. Yes, the dog park is a great place for exercising your dog, but lots of excited energy can sometimes lead to fights …

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 Products You Never Knew You Needed!Top 5 Dog Products You Never Knew You Needed1. Personalized Dog Food …

It’s the middle of the night, and all is quiet throughout the house. Until … jingle jingle jangle jangle! Your pet got up, and now you’re awake because of that darn noisy tag. It’s happened to me countless of times. Whether Brick gets out of bed to walk around, stretch or scratch, or even just to re-situate, I hear it. I’m a light sleeper, and a lot of things wake me up, but my dog getting up for some water shouldn't. The thing is, it may not just annoy us humans. Som …

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 personalized buckle. Don't forget to measure your pet so you get the perfect harness for your best friend!  …

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 children and 1 dog “I'm happy to be called a dog mom. I'm proud of the fact that I spend a lot of ti …

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 are made of leather. Leather is a great choice for a collar thanks to their durable, but elegant st …

Dogs are bed-hogging creatures that embarrass us in public and are a ton of work. But we wouldn't trade them for the world!The dogIDs DifferenceAs dog owners ourselves, we know how frustrating it can be to buy cheap products that break or wear out after moderate use. That's why we created dogIDs. Our sole purpose is to improve the lives of dogs, and with our high quality products, you can improve the life of your dog too! Learn how here:If you're tired of being disappointed by big-name pet depar …

Celebrating the Fur Fathers - Dog DadsThis Fathers Day, we want to give some love to the men out there who love their pets. Whether they have human children or not, we think these doggie dads are pretty great. In honor of this Fathers Day, here’s to you, pet fathers.We asked a few doggie dads we know what the best part of pet fatherhood is to them.Furthers DayBen S. and Audrey“The best part of being a dog dad is how much you end up learning about yourself while training. I’ve developed more pati …

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 …